The Final Curtain (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2002, The Final Curtain is a drama film directed by Patrick Harkins, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. The Final Curtain is a British film from 2002 directed by Patrick Harkins and starring Peter O'Toole. It tells the story of J. J. Curtis, ageing gameshow host played by O'Toole, who hires novelist Jonathan Stitch (Adrian Lester) to pen his biography, in the hope of sealing his immortality in the hearts and minds of the British public. This is made more difficult by his rivalry with fellow gameshow host Dave Turner (Aidan Gillen), and events from his past.
Who’s in it. The Final Curtain stars Peter O'Toole as JJ Curtis, Aidan Gillen as Dave Turner, Adrian Lester as Jonathan Stitch and Julia Sawalha as Karen Willet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Final Curtain has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Final Curtain page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Final Curtain tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Final Curtain (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Final Curtain change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Final Curtain worth watching?
- The Final Curtain holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Final Curtain?
- The Final Curtain stars Peter O'Toole, Aidan Gillen, Adrian Lester, Julia Sawalha and Patrick Malahide.