Max Plays the Part (1910): cast, story & where to watch
1910 · Film · ★ 4.5

Released in 1910, Max Plays the Part is a comedy film directed by Lucien Nonguet, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Max sees himself as a great dramatic actor but his friends all think he's talentless. So, he invites them to come see him in a play. Unfortunately, lots of things go wrong with Max's props during the production. And, following his big dramatic suicide scene, he finds that his friends have all decided to play a trick on him--though Max has the last laugh.
Who’s in it. Max Plays the Part stars Max Linder.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Max Plays the Part has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Max Plays the Part page.
If you liked it. Fans of Max Plays the Part tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Max Plays the Part (1910)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Max Plays the Part change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Max Plays the Part worth watching?
- Max Plays the Part holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Max Plays the Part?
- Max Plays the Part stars Max Linder.
- When was Max Plays the Part released?
- Max Plays the Part was released in 1910, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.