A Bunch of Amateurs (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2008, A Bunch of Amateurs is a comedy film directed by Andy Cadiff, running about 96 minutes. “They wished for a star, then wished they hadn't” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jefferson Steel, a washed-up Hollywood action star, is desperate to revive his flagging career. When his sleazy agent signs him up for what he believes is a high-profile Royal Shakespeare Company production of King Lear at Stratford upon Avon, Steel thinks he has finally landed the plum role he has been waiting for. However, he soon discovers that he has been tricked into joining an amateur dramatics group for a charity production.
Who’s in it. A Bunch of Amateurs stars Burt Reynolds as Jefferson Steel, Derek Jacobi as Nigel Dewberry, Samantha Bond as Dorothy Nettle and Imelda Staunton as Mary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, A Bunch of Amateurs has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Bunch of Amateurs page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Bunch of Amateurs tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Bunch of Amateurs (2008)?
- In GB, A Bunch of Amateurs is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Bunch of Amateurs worth watching?
- A Bunch of Amateurs holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Bunch of Amateurs?
- A Bunch of Amateurs stars Burt Reynolds, Derek Jacobi, Samantha Bond, Imelda Staunton and Alexandra Weaver.
- When was A Bunch of Amateurs released?
- A Bunch of Amateurs was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.