The Mathematician (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film

Released in 1977, The Mathematician is a comedy and animation film directed by Stan Hayward, running about 3 minutes.
What it’s about. The salutary tale of a genius mathematician who discovers that mankind is heading for environmental disaster. Ignored by all, he sets out to prove it — however the proof, represented by “a little black box”, is taken up by those previous doubters and exploited.
Who’s in it. The Mathematician stars Robert Gladwell as Narrator.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mathematician page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mathematician tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mathematician (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mathematician change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Mathematician?
- The Mathematician stars Robert Gladwell.
- When was The Mathematician released?
- The Mathematician was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 3 minutes.