The Chosen One (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2010, The Chosen One is a comedy and drama film directed by Rob Schneider, running about 101 minutes. “Our fate is in his hands . . . He just doesn't know it yet” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Paul is an ordinary man who is at the end of his rope. He hates his job, his beautiful wife has left him, and his mother and gay, Buddhist-monk brother constantly remind him of his shortcomings. Although Paul doesn't know it yet, his life is about to change in a big way.
Who’s in it. The Chosen One stars Rob Schneider as Paul, Steve Buscemi as Neal, Holland Taylor as Ruth and Peter Riegert as Bob, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Chosen One 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 Chosen One page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Chosen One tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Chosen One (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Chosen One change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Chosen One worth watching?
- The Chosen One holds an audience score of 4.5 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 Chosen One?
- The Chosen One stars Rob Schneider, Steve Buscemi, Holland Taylor, Peter Riegert and Brandon Molale.
- When was The Chosen One released?
- The Chosen One was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.