The Humorist (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2019, The Humorist is a comedy and drama film directed by Mikhail Idov, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The Humorist is a film about a week in the life of Boris Arkadiev, a fictional Soviet stand-up comedian. Boris is tormented not only by external oppression and censorship but also by his own insecurities that poison all his relationships.
Who’s in it. The Humorist stars Alexey Agranovich as Boris Arkadiev, Semen Shteinberg as Semyon Greenberg, Alisa Khazanova as Elvira Arkadieva and Vilma Kutaviciute as Inara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Humorist 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 Humorist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Humorist tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Humorist (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Humorist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Humorist worth watching?
- The Humorist holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Humorist?
- The Humorist stars Alexey Agranovich, Semen Shteinberg, Alisa Khazanova, Vilma Kutaviciute and Pavel Ilyin.
- When was The Humorist released?
- The Humorist was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.