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Work Hard, Play Hard (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 2004, Work Hard, Play Hard is a drama film directed by Jean-Marc Moutout, running about 99 minutes.

What it’s about. Philippe Seigner starts his career in business consulting at the posh Paris seat of McGregor. His first serious task is delicate: An audit at a factory, which is about to be taken over. As he soon realizes, this will mean sacking about 80 employees. However, his girl friend reproaches him collaborating with ruthless capitalism, as if any of the downsizing could be mitigated by him bowing out.

Who’s in it. Work Hard, Play Hard stars Jérémie Renier as Philippe Seigner, Laurent Lucas as Hugo Paradis, Cylia Malki as Eva and Olivier Perrier as Roland Manin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Work Hard, Play Hard has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Work Hard, Play Hard tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Work Hard, Play Hard (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Work Hard, Play Hard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Work Hard, Play Hard worth watching?
Work Hard, Play Hard holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Work Hard, Play Hard?
Work Hard, Play Hard stars Jérémie Renier, Laurent Lucas, Cylia Malki, Olivier Perrier and Samir Guesmi.
When was Work Hard, Play Hard released?
Work Hard, Play Hard was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.