Black Hat (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2018, Black Hat is a drama film directed by Sarah Smith, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. At first blush, Shmuel is a pious Hasidic man leading a fairly simple life. By day he dutifully prays at the local synagogue and manages a busy dry cleaner. But when his wife and daughters leave town for a few days, Shmuel will step out of his simple daily life and into a more complex world lit by the night. When he misplaces his black hat along the way, Shmuel’s two lives will interconnect in a way he never expected.
Who’s in it. Black Hat stars Adam Silver as Shmuel, Shelly Kurtz as Rabbi Ernest, Alan Lennick as Jacob (Man in Bar) and Sebastian Velmont as Jay.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Black Hat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Hat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Hat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Hat (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Hat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Hat worth watching?
- Black Hat holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Hat?
- Black Hat stars Adam Silver, Shelly Kurtz, Alan Lennick and Sebastian Velmont.
- When was Black Hat released?
- Black Hat was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.