Utilities (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1983, Utilities is a comedy film directed by Harvey Hart, running about 94 minutes. “He turned the lights off and the city on” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. One of Bob Hunt's neighbours' electricity is cut off because she cannot pay the bill. She is assisted by contributions, and the bill is paid entirely in pennies, though the clerk is belatedly told that payment is not accepted in such a large quantity of coins. Unfortunately, the electric company fails to reconnect the power due to a communications snafu, and the elderly woman is taken to hospital suffering hypothermia. Hunt sets off on a vendetta of revenge, sabotaging assorted support systems.
Who’s in it. Utilities stars Robert Hays as Bob Hunt, Brooke Adams as Marion Edwards, John Marley as Roy Blue and James Blendick as Kenneth Knight, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Utilities has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Utilities page.
If you liked it. Fans of Utilities tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Utilities (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Utilities change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Utilities worth watching?
- Utilities holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Utilities?
- Utilities stars Robert Hays, Brooke Adams, John Marley, James Blendick and Helen Burns.
- When was Utilities released?
- Utilities was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.