Manifesto (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 4.1

Manifesto poster

Released in 1988, Manifesto is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Dušan Makavejev, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. In a small European country, the king is scheduled to visit a small, quiet and "safe" village. It turns out that while the village may indeed be small, it's neither as quiet nor as safe as it's expected to be.

Who’s in it. Manifesto stars Camilla Søeberg as Svetlana Vargas, Alfred Molina as Avanti, Simon Callow as Police Chief Hunt and Eric Stoltz as Christopher, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Manifesto has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Manifesto (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manifesto change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Manifesto worth watching?
Manifesto holds an audience score of 4.1 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 Manifesto?
Manifesto stars Camilla Søeberg, Alfred Molina, Simon Callow, Eric Stoltz and Gabrielle Anwar.
When was Manifesto released?
Manifesto was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.