Smart Philip (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 2003, Smart Philip is a comedy, crime and mystery film directed by Václav Marhoul, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Inspired by the stories of the American writer Raymond Chandler, the classical hero is private detective Phil Marlowe, a romantic cowboy, who takes the law into his own hands in the rough prairie of a large city.

Who’s in it. Smart Philip stars Tomáš Hanák as Philip Marlowe, Vilma Cibulková as Velma, Pavel Liška as Charlie Brown and Jiří Macháček as Gangster, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Smart Philip has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Smart Philip tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Smart Philip (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Smart Philip change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Smart Philip worth watching?
Smart Philip holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Smart Philip?
Smart Philip stars Tomáš Hanák, Vilma Cibulková, Pavel Liška, Jiří Macháček and Oldřich Kaiser.
When was Smart Philip released?
Smart Philip was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.