Nobody's Fool (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 4.4

Released in 1986, Nobody's Fool is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Evelyn Purcell, running about 107 minutes. “Everybody loves somebody, somehow.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Cassie, who seeks love and escape from her mundane ordinary life, meets a traveling Shakespeare troupe offering a community acting workshop.
Who’s in it. Nobody's Fool stars Rosanna Arquette as Cassie, Eric Roberts as Riley, Mare Winningham as Pat and Jim Youngs as Billy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Nobody's Fool has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nobody's Fool page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nobody's Fool tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nobody's Fool (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nobody's Fool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nobody's Fool worth watching?
- Nobody's Fool holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nobody's Fool?
- Nobody's Fool stars Rosanna Arquette, Eric Roberts, Mare Winningham, Jim Youngs and Louise Fletcher.
- When was Nobody's Fool released?
- Nobody's Fool was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.
