The Insurance Man (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1986, The Insurance Man is a drama and tv movie film directed by Richard Eyre, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. Franz, a young man, works in a dye factory in Prague. One day he notices a skin-rash, like eczema, growing on his hands. All attempts to treat it with ointment fail, and the rash gradually spreads over his body. After complaining to the management he is laid off work; his relationship with his fiancee is affected. In an attempt to get compensation from his former employers he goes to insurance firm Assicurazion Generali, where he encounters an enigmatic clerk called Kafka.
Who’s in it. The Insurance Man stars Daniel Day-Lewis as Kafka, Robert Hines as Franz (young), Alan MacNaughtan as Doctor and Trevor Peacock as Franz (old), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Insurance Man has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Insurance Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Insurance Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Insurance Man (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Insurance Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Insurance Man worth watching?
- The Insurance Man holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Insurance Man?
- The Insurance Man stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Robert Hines, Alan MacNaughtan, Trevor Peacock and Jim Broadbent.
- When was The Insurance Man released?
- The Insurance Man was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.