Hugo Pool (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1997, Hugo Pool is a comedy and romance film directed by Robert Downey Sr., running about 92 minutes. “A comedy with serious relief” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Hugo Pool is a quirky tale of a Los Angeles pool cleaner who falls in love with a young man dying of Lou Gerhig's Disease.
Who’s in it. Hugo Pool stars Alyssa Milano as Hugo Dugay, Patrick Dempsey as Floyd Gaylen, Cathy Moriarty as Minerva and Malcolm McDowell as Henry Dugay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Hugo Pool has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hugo Pool page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hugo Pool tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hugo Pool (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hugo Pool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hugo Pool worth watching?
- Hugo Pool holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hugo Pool?
- Hugo Pool stars Alyssa Milano, Patrick Dempsey, Cathy Moriarty, Malcolm McDowell and Robert Downey Jr..
- When was Hugo Pool released?
- Hugo Pool was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.