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The Man Who Sued God (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2001, The Man Who Sued God is a comedy film directed by Mark Joffe, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. A lawyer becomes a fisherman from frustration. When his one piece of property, his boat, is struck by lightning and destroyed he is denied insurance money because it was “an act of God”. He re-registers as a lawyer and sues the insurance company and, as God’s representative, The Church.

Who’s in it. The Man Who Sued God stars Billy Connolly as Steve Myers, Judy Davis as Anna Redmond, Colin Friels as David Myers and Wendy Hughes as Jules Myers, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Man Who Sued God 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 The Man Who Sued God page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Man Who Sued God tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Man Who Sued God (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Sued God change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Man Who Sued God worth watching?
The Man Who Sued God holds an audience score of 6.6 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 Man Who Sued God?
The Man Who Sued God stars Billy Connolly, Judy Davis, Colin Friels, Wendy Hughes and Emily Browning.
When was The Man Who Sued God released?
The Man Who Sued God was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.