Play (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2001, Play is a fantasy and drama film directed by Anthony Minghella, running about 16 minutes.
What it’s about. The land is filled with people in urns chattering at top speed, but only to themselves, not to one another. The focus goes to three people: a man, his mistress and his wife.
Who’s in it. Play stars Alan Rickman as Man, Kristin Scott Thomas as 1st Woman, Juliet Stevenson as 2nd Woman and Ray Donn as Man.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Play has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Play page.
If you liked it. Fans of Play tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Play (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Play change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Play worth watching?
- Play holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Play?
- Play stars Alan Rickman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Juliet Stevenson and Ray Donn.
- When was Play released?
- Play was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.