Bag of Burden (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2025, Bag of Burden is a comedy and thriller film directed by Joe Brooks, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. When a hotheaded, unpredictable father coerces his reluctant, rough-around-the-edges son into a late-night trip to the woods to bury a mysterious bag, what starts as a tense and cryptic errand quickly unravels into a darkly comedic spiral of family dysfunction, long-buried secrets, and a series of increasingly absurd revelations--including the true nature of the bag's contents. As tempers flare and loyalties are tested, father and son find themselves teetering between crime, chaos, and an unspoken desire to understand each other--one twisted moment at a time.
Who’s in it. Bag of Burden stars Michael Brooks as Jay (Son), Paul Brooks Jr. as Dad and Mike Lane as Neighbor.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Bag of Burden sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bag of Burden page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bag of Burden tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bag of Burden (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bag of Burden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bag of Burden worth watching?
- Bag of Burden holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and thriller. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bag of Burden?
- Bag of Burden stars Michael Brooks, Paul Brooks Jr. and Mike Lane.
- When was Bag of Burden released?
- Bag of Burden was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.