The PHD movie (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2011, The PHD movie is a comedy film directed by Vahe Gabuchian, running about 65 minutes. “Life (or the lack thereof) in academia” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "Piled Higher and Deeper" The Movie is a live-action adaptation of the popular online comic strip by Jorge Cham. It was filmed on location at and was produced in partnership with the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). The film introduces audiences to the unique and funny culture of Academia and follows four graduate students (Cecilia, Mike, Tajel and the “Nameless Grad Student”) as they struggle to find balance between research, teaching and their personal lives with humor and heart.
Who’s in it. The PHD movie stars Alexandra Lockwood as Cecilia, Crystal Dilworth as Tajel, Evans Boney as Mike Slackenerny and Zachary Abbott as Prof. Smith, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The PHD movie 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 PHD movie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The PHD movie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The PHD movie (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The PHD movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The PHD movie worth watching?
- The PHD movie holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The PHD movie?
- The PHD movie stars Alexandra Lockwood, Crystal Dilworth, Evans Boney, Zachary Abbott and Raj Katti.
- When was The PHD movie released?
- The PHD movie was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.