The Wool Cap (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2004, The Wool Cap is a drama and tv movie film directed by Steven Schachter, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. This film, originally made for tv, stars William H. Macy as a mute superintendent of a apartment building that is falling apart who becomes the unwilling guardian to a young girl with a bit of an attitude. The film is an updated and Americanized version of the 1962 feature film Gigot starring Jackie Gleason, who also wrote the original story.
Who’s in it. The Wool Cap stars William H. Macy as Gigot, Ned Beatty as Gigot's Father, Don Rickles as Ira and Keke Palmer as Lou, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Wool Cap 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 Wool Cap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wool Cap tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wool Cap (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wool Cap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wool Cap worth watching?
- The Wool Cap holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wool Cap?
- The Wool Cap stars William H. Macy, Ned Beatty, Don Rickles, Keke Palmer and Cherise Boothe.
- When was The Wool Cap released?
- The Wool Cap was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.