Dead Weight (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2002, Dead Weight is a comedy film directed by Frédéric Forestier, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Prison guard Reggio lets Moltes have a weekly lottery ticket in exchange for his suave relationship advice. When Moltes learns that he has a winning lottery ticket, he breaks out of jail to claim his money. However, Reggio's girlfriend, Pauline , has the ticket with her in Africa. The action involves the odd couple teaming up to find the ticket while being chased by Det. Youssouf , along with the vengeful Turk and the Giant.
Who’s in it. Dead Weight stars Benoît Poelvoorde as Francis Reggio, Arthur Holden, Gérard Lanvin as Gérard Moltès and José Garcia as Mustapha Amel, aka "The Turk", among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Dead Weight 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 Dead Weight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dead Weight tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dead Weight (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead Weight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead Weight worth watching?
- Dead Weight holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dead Weight?
- Dead Weight stars Benoît Poelvoorde, Arthur Holden, Gérard Lanvin, José Garcia and Djimon Hounsou.
- When was Dead Weight released?
- Dead Weight was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.