Rest for the Wicked (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2011, Rest for the Wicked is a drama and crime film directed by Simon Pattison, running about 71 minutes. “A tale of sex, drugs and mobility scooters.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ex-cop Murray(Tony Barry), is compelled to come out of retirement for one last case, when he finds out his old nemesis Frank (John Bach) is now in the Knightsbridge Gardens Retirement Village. In order to catch his man, Murray goes undercover by becoming a resident. He also discovers a world of sex, drugs and rocking chairs where life is lived and being old does not mean feeling past it. However Murray discovers that things are not always what they may seem to be.
Who’s in it. Rest for the Wicked stars Tony Barry as Murray, John Bach as Frank, Elisabeth Easther as Miss Pomeroy and Teresa Woodham as Rose, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Rest for the Wicked 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 Rest for the Wicked page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rest for the Wicked tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rest for the Wicked (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rest for the Wicked change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rest for the Wicked worth watching?
- Rest for the Wicked holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rest for the Wicked?
- Rest for the Wicked stars Tony Barry, John Bach, Elisabeth Easther, Teresa Woodham and Elizabeth McRae.
- When was Rest for the Wicked released?
- Rest for the Wicked was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.