Unemployed (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2008, Unemployed is a comedy film directed by Dale Stelly, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Jamal and Dex, out of work actors, come to terms with reality when they realize they've been pursuing their dreams for over ten years and still haven't booked a single speaking role. When the two run out of cash and face eviction they hit the pavement in search of a job. With no experience, no skill set and little ambition, the audience gets a front row seat to this hilarious journey in which these two characters can't seem to catch a break
Who’s in it. Unemployed stars Godfrey as Jamal, James Charles Leary as Dexter, Tommy Lister Jr. as Big Dane and Lester Speight as Jacker #1, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Unemployed has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Unemployed page.
If you liked it. Fans of Unemployed tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Unemployed (2008)?
- In US, Unemployed is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Unemployed worth watching?
- Unemployed holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Unemployed?
- Unemployed stars Godfrey, James Charles Leary, Tommy Lister Jr., Lester Speight and Douglas Tait.
- When was Unemployed released?
- Unemployed was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.