Clapboard Jungle (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2020, Clapboard Jungle is a documentary film directed by Justin McConnell, running about 98 minutes. “In the film business, dreams take work” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Following five years in the life and career of independent filmmaker Justin McConnell, this documentary explores the struggles of financing, attracting the right talent, working with practical effects and selling the finished product in the hope of turning a profit. Featuring interviews with a range of industry luminaries, not only are technical aspects and interpersonal skills discussed but also the emotional stamina and little-known tips needed to survive in the low budget film industry.
Who’s in it. Clapboard Jungle stars Tim League, Guillermo del Toro, Michael Biehn and Jovanka Vuckovic, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Clapboard Jungle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Clapboard Jungle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Clapboard Jungle tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Clapboard Jungle (2020)?
- In US, Clapboard Jungle is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Clapboard Jungle worth watching?
- Clapboard Jungle holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Clapboard Jungle?
- Clapboard Jungle stars Tim League, Guillermo del Toro, Michael Biehn, Jovanka Vuckovic and Sid Haig.
- When was Clapboard Jungle released?
- Clapboard Jungle was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.