Roberta (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1999, Roberta is a drama film directed by Eric Mandelbaum, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. When Jonathan Fishman, a young Manhattan computer specialist randomly encounters a prostitute he is shocked to recognize her as Roberta whom he knew when they were both children. To the dismay of his friends, his business partner and his new girlfriend Judy, Jonathan decides to help Roberta off the streets by moving her into his apartment and teaching her the skills necessary to find an office job. What begins as a seemingly altruistic gesture reveals itself as an unwavering obsession, and his life slowly unravels.
Who’s in it. Roberta stars Kevin Corrigan as Jonathan, Daisy Rojas as Roberta, Amy Ryan as Judy and Bill Sage as Philip, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Roberta has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roberta page.
If you liked it. Fans of Roberta tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Roberta (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Roberta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Roberta worth watching?
- Roberta holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Roberta?
- Roberta stars Kevin Corrigan, Daisy Rojas, Amy Ryan, Bill Sage and Brian Tarantina.
- When was Roberta released?
- Roberta was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.