Protocol (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1984, Protocol is a comedy film directed by Herbert Ross, running about 96 minutes. “There's something funny going on in Washington. Goldie's about to become a diplomat.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Washington waitress saves the Emir of Ohtar's life, launching her diplomatic career and a scandal.
Who’s in it. Protocol stars Goldie Hawn as Sunny, Chris Sarandon as Michael Ransome, Richard Romanus as Emir and Andre Gregory as Nawaf Al Kabeer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Protocol has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Protocol page.
If you liked it. Fans of Protocol tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Protocol (1984)?
- In US, Protocol is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Protocol worth watching?
- Protocol holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Protocol?
- Protocol stars Goldie Hawn, Chris Sarandon, Richard Romanus, Andre Gregory and Gail Strickland.
- When was Protocol released?
- Protocol was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.