The Entertainer (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film
Released in 2017, The Entertainer is a drama film directed by Jonathan Schey, running about 15 minutes.
What it’s about. He used to be the host of a silly, but popular television quiz, but these days one of his side jobs is to be a Bar Mitzvah host, doing work that gives people no joy, that no one even needs, and that only stands in the way of people entertaining themselves at a dignified ceremony. He faces the eternal challenge of all actors - how can you bring joy to other people when you yourself have none? Played by Toby Jones, one of Britain’s best character actors (he played and voiced Dobby in Harry Potter films, starred in Captain America: The First Avenger and Captain America: The Winter Soldier, as wells as on television drama Sherlock), this sad character becomes a hero of a story that resembles an ancient tragedy about being not needed at the feast of life of other people.
Who’s in it. The Entertainer stars Toby Jones as Paul Limp, Theo Barklem-Biggs as Sam, Trevor C. Mann as Joel and Camille Coduri as Patty, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Entertainer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Entertainer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Entertainer (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Entertainer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Entertainer?
- The Entertainer stars Toby Jones, Theo Barklem-Biggs, Trevor C. Mann, Camille Coduri and Lucy Cohu.