Special Actors (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2019, Special Actors is a comedy film directed by Shinichiro Ueda, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Kazuto has a lifelong dream of becoming an actor, but has been suffering from a special medical condition where he faints and collapses when he gets nervous. One day, he encounters his brother, Hiroki, who he hasn't seen for years. Hiroki invites Kazuto to a talent agency called SPECIAL ACTORS where they do unusual roles in which actors portray real people in real life. After accomplishing some tasks, they are now assigned to a very difficult operation, which is to save the client's inn from being taken over by a cult group. Would Kazuto be able to accomplish this mission!?
Who’s in it. Special Actors stars Kazuto Osawa as Kazuto, Hiroki Kono as Hiroki, Takuya Fuji as Fujimatsu and Ayu Kitaura as Ayu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Special Actors 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 Special Actors page.
If you liked it. Fans of Special Actors tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Special Actors (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Special Actors change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Special Actors worth watching?
- Special Actors holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Special Actors?
- Special Actors stars Kazuto Osawa, Hiroki Kono, Takuya Fuji, Ayu Kitaura and Yosuke Ueda.
- When was Special Actors released?
- Special Actors was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.