The Real Blonde (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1998, The Real Blonde is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Tom DiCillo, running about 105 minutes. “What you see isn't always what you get.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An aspiring actor and his girlfriend handle life's frustrations, while his friend seeks fulfillment with a blonde.
Who’s in it. The Real Blonde stars Catherine Keener as Mary, Daryl Hannah as Kelly, Bridgette Wilson-Sampras as Sahara and Kathleen Turner as Dee Dee Taylor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Real Blonde has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $83.5K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Real Blonde page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Real Blonde tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Real Blonde (1998)?
- In US, The Real Blonde is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Real Blonde worth watching?
- The Real Blonde holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Real Blonde?
- The Real Blonde stars Catherine Keener, Daryl Hannah, Bridgette Wilson-Sampras, Kathleen Turner and Elizabeth Berkley.
- When was The Real Blonde released?
- The Real Blonde was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.