I am Fishead (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 2011, I am Fishead is a documentary film directed by Vaclav Dejcmar, running about 80 minutes. “How psychopaths and antidepressants influence our society” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A provocative snapshot of the world we live in. It is a well-known fact that our society is structured like a pyramid. The very few people at the top create conditions for the majority below. Who are these people? Can we blame them for the problems our society faces today? Guided by the saying “A fish rots from the head” we set out to follow that fishy odor. What we found out is that people at the top are more likely to be psychopaths than the rest of us.

Who’s in it. I am Fishead stars Robert D. Hare as himself, Peter Coyote as narrator, Paul Babiak as himself and Philip G. Zimbardo as himself, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, I am Fishead has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I am Fishead page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch I am Fishead (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for I am Fishead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is I am Fishead worth watching?
I am Fishead holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in I am Fishead?
I am Fishead stars Robert D. Hare, Peter Coyote, Paul Babiak, Philip G. Zimbardo and Christopher J. Lane.
When was I am Fishead released?
I am Fishead was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.