The Patriot (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1998, The Patriot is a comedy film directed by Paulo Thiago, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Policarpo is a chauvinistic patriot, a major who tries to find solutions for Brazilian problems using only the resources of his own country. His visionary and idealistic temperament is behind his strange ideas about how to build a great nation.
Who’s in it. The Patriot stars Paulo José as Policarpo Quaresma, Giulia Gam as Olga, Chico Diaz as Felizardo and Bete Coelho as Adelaide, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Patriot has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Patriot page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Patriot tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Patriot (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Patriot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Patriot worth watching?
- The Patriot holds an audience score of 4.2 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 Patriot?
- The Patriot stars Paulo José, Giulia Gam, Chico Diaz, Bete Coelho and Ilya São Paulo.
- When was The Patriot released?
- The Patriot was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.