The Play (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2019, The Play is a drama film directed by Alejandro Fernández Almendras, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A young Czech theater director has an ambition to adapt Eurypides' Phaedra. However, having affair with the actress, he puts his marriage at risk and the play turns to be a fiasco. Desperate, he tries to be the best possible father and husband. Not a perfect one.
Who’s in it. The Play stars Jiří Mádl as Petr, Elizaveta Maximová as Karolína, Marika Šoposká as Kateřina and Sarah Haváčová, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Play has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Play page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Play tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Play (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Play change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Play worth watching?
- The Play holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Play?
- The Play stars Jiří Mádl, Elizaveta Maximová, Marika Šoposká, Sarah Haváčová and Danica Jurčová.
- When was The Play released?
- The Play was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.