Down to the Dirt (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 2.5

Down to the Dirt poster

Released in 2008, Down to the Dirt is a comedy and drama film directed by Justin Simms, running about 117 minutes.

What it’s about. Thirty-year-old Keith Kavanagh (Joel Thomas Hynes) ekes his way through life in a small town. A hard-drinking hooligan, he keeps his ragged collection of poetry a closely guarded secret... as secret as his regret for the shattered relationship with his father. When Keith meets the darkly exotic Natasha (Mylène Savoie), his life is changed forever.

Who’s in it. Down to the Dirt stars Joel Thomas Hynes as Keith Kavanagh, Mylene Savoie as Natasha Healy (as Mylène Savoie), Robert Joy as Robert Kavanagh and Hugh Dillon as Renny, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Down to the Dirt has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Down to the Dirt page.

If you liked it. Fans of Down to the Dirt tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Down to the Dirt (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Down to the Dirt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Down to the Dirt worth watching?
Down to the Dirt holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Down to the Dirt?
Down to the Dirt stars Joel Thomas Hynes, Mylene Savoie, Robert Joy, Hugh Dillon and Jody Richardson.
When was Down to the Dirt released?
Down to the Dirt was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.