The Dirk Diggler Story (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1988, The Dirk Diggler Story is a comedy and drama film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, running about 31 minutes.
What it’s about. The Dirk Diggler Story is a 1988 mockumentary short film written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. It follows the rise and fall of Dirk Diggler, a well-endowed male porn star. The character was modeled on American porn actor John Holmes. The film was later expanded into Anderson's 1997 film Boogie Nights.
Who’s in it. The Dirk Diggler Story stars Michael Stein as Dirk Diggler, Robert Ridgely as Jack Horner, Eddie Delcore as Reed Rothchild and Rusty Schwimmer as Candy Kane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Dirk Diggler Story has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dirk Diggler Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dirk Diggler Story tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dirk Diggler Story (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dirk Diggler Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dirk Diggler Story worth watching?
- The Dirk Diggler Story holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dirk Diggler Story?
- The Dirk Diggler Story stars Michael Stein, Robert Ridgely, Eddie Delcore, Rusty Schwimmer and Ernie Anderson.
- When was The Dirk Diggler Story released?
- The Dirk Diggler Story was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 31 minutes.