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Incidental Characters (2020): cast, story & where to watch

2020 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 2020, Incidental Characters is a comedy film directed by Benjamin Verrall, running about 102 minutes. “To find yourself you have to get lost.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In the picturesque English market town of Lewes: Josie is a dreamer. Tony is a hapless romantic. Alf finds other people difficult to read. Alison is lost in alcohol and isolation. Four individuals looking for answers but asking all the wrong questions. Optimistic, funny and heart-warming in equal measure - INCIDENTAL CHARACTERS celebrates the magic of moments and the influence we have on each other, often without knowing it.

Who’s in it. Incidental Characters stars Sophia Capasso as Josie Jackson, Isabella Marshall as Alison Goode, Howard Perret as Alf Prescott and Steve Watts as Tony McGinley, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Incidental Characters has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Incidental Characters page.

If you liked it. Fans of Incidental Characters tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Incidental Characters (2020)?
In GB, Incidental Characters is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Incidental Characters worth watching?
Incidental Characters holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Incidental Characters?
Incidental Characters stars Sophia Capasso, Isabella Marshall, Howard Perret, Steve Watts and Lucinda Curtis.
When was Incidental Characters released?
Incidental Characters was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.