Kicked in the Head (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 3.9

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Released in 1997, Kicked in the Head is a comedy, drama, crime and romance film directed by Matthew Harrison, running about 89 minutes. “A satirical love story.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When Redmon finds himself out of home and job, his life becomes a series of unpredictable escapades - from dodging gunfire after his uncle makes him deliver a highly suspicious package to pursuing a moody stewardess he thinks has come to save him. Soon Redmond begins to suspect his road of mishap might actually be the path to the truth he has been seeking all along.

Who’s in it. Kicked in the Head stars Kevin Corrigan as Redmond, Linda Fiorentino as Megan, Michael Rapaport as Stretch and Lili Taylor as Happy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, Kicked in the Head has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $102.7K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kicked in the Head page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kicked in the Head tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kicked in the Head (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kicked in the Head change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kicked in the Head worth watching?
Kicked in the Head holds an audience score of 3.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Kicked in the Head?
Kicked in the Head stars Kevin Corrigan, Linda Fiorentino, Michael Rapaport, Lili Taylor and James Woods.
When was Kicked in the Head released?
Kicked in the Head was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.