Meet Monica Velour (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 2010, Meet Monica Velour is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Keith Bearden, running about 98 minutes. “Fantasy meets reality” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. For Tobe, a nerdy, horny, frizzy-haired cineaste who doesn't quite fit in with the average contemporary teen, the pinnacle of womanhood is Monica Velour, a soft-core actress who reached the zenith of her career in the 1980s. When Tobe learns that his love idol is headlining hundreds of miles away at the Gentlemen's Petting Zoo in Indiana, he drives off with carefree glory, filled with the hope of meeting her.

Who’s in it. Meet Monica Velour stars Kim Cattrall as Linda Romanoli, Dustin Ingram as Tobe, Brian Dennehy as Pop Pop and Keith David as Claude, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Meet Monica Velour has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $33K at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Meet Monica Velour page.

If you liked it. Fans of Meet Monica Velour tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Meet Monica Velour (2010)?
In US, Meet Monica Velour is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Meet Monica Velour worth watching?
Meet Monica Velour holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Meet Monica Velour?
Meet Monica Velour stars Kim Cattrall, Dustin Ingram, Brian Dennehy, Keith David and Elizabeth Shapiro.
When was Meet Monica Velour released?
Meet Monica Velour was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.