The Alarmist (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1998, The Alarmist is a comedy film directed by Evan Dunsky, running about 92 minutes. “Don't be alarmed... they're professionals.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young Tommy Hudler decides to become a security systems salesman, and is an instant success. Everything seems to be going great until he discovers there's more to this business and his boss Heinrich than he previously suspected.
Who’s in it. The Alarmist stars David Arquette as Tommy Hudler, Stanley Tucci as Heinrich Grigoris, Kate Capshaw as Gale Ancona and Mary McCormack as Sally, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Alarmist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Alarmist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Alarmist tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Alarmist (1998)?
- In US, The Alarmist is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Alarmist worth watching?
- The Alarmist holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Alarmist?
- The Alarmist stars David Arquette, Stanley Tucci, Kate Capshaw, Mary McCormack and Tricia Vessey.
- When was The Alarmist released?
- The Alarmist was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.