Break a Leg (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 3.9
Released in 2005, Break a Leg is a comedy, thriller and drama film directed by Monika Mitchell, running about 98 minutes. “Beat the competition... literally!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A talented but struggling actor is willing to go to any length to get a job - including "breaking a leg" - especially those of other actors!
Who’s in it. Break a Leg stars John Cassini as Max Matteo, Frank Cassini as Tony Felice, Jennifer Beals as Juliet and Eric McCormack as Tad, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, Break a Leg has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Break a Leg page.
If you liked it. Fans of Break a Leg tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Break a Leg (2005)?
- In GB, Break a Leg is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Break a Leg worth watching?
- Break a Leg holds an audience score of 3.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Break a Leg?
- Break a Leg stars John Cassini, Frank Cassini, Jennifer Beals, Eric McCormack and Sandra Oh.
- When was Break a Leg released?
- Break a Leg was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.