Zelig (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1983, Zelig is a comedy film directed by Woody Allen, running about 79 minutes. “You wanted more when it was all over!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Fictional documentary about the life of human chameleon Leonard Zelig, a man who becomes a celebrity in the 1920s due to his ability to look and act like whoever is around him. Clever editing places Zelig in real newsreel footage of Woodrow Wilson, Babe Ruth, and others.
Who’s in it. Zelig stars Woody Allen as Leonard Zelig, Mia Farrow as Dr. Eudora Nesbitt Fletcher, Patrick Horgan as The Narrator (voice) and John Buckwalter as Dr. Sindell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Zelig has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $11.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zelig page.
If you liked it. Fans of Zelig tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Zelig (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zelig change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Zelig worth watching?
- Zelig holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Zelig?
- Zelig stars Woody Allen, Mia Farrow, Patrick Horgan, John Buckwalter and Marvin Chatinover.
- When was Zelig released?
- Zelig was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.