Good-bye Cruel World (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1983, Good-bye Cruel World is a comedy film directed by David Irving, running about 100 minutes. “The funniest film you'll ever survive...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story involves newscaster Rodney Pointsetter (Shawn) who is so depressed between his job and his family that he tries to make a film about his life, which he intends to culminate with his own suicide. It is often interrupted with irrelevant comic sketches that an emcee claims that the audience prefers to see.
Who’s in it. Good-bye Cruel World stars Dick Shawn as Rodney Pointsetter / Ainsley Pointsetter, Cynthia Sikes as Joyce, Pierre Jalbert as Pierre and Pamela Brull as Alice, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Good-bye Cruel World has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Good-bye Cruel World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Good-bye Cruel World tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Good-bye Cruel World (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Good-bye Cruel World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Good-bye Cruel World worth watching?
- Good-bye Cruel World holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Good-bye Cruel World?
- Good-bye Cruel World stars Dick Shawn, Cynthia Sikes, Pierre Jalbert, Pamela Brull and LaWanda Page.