A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2018, A Futile and Stupid Gesture is a comedy film directed by David Wain, running about 101 minutes. “Being the King of Comedy is no joke.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a life full of triumph and failure, "National Lampoon" co-founder Doug Kenney built a comedy empire, molding pop culture in the 1970s.
Who’s in it. A Futile and Stupid Gesture stars Will Forte as Doug Kenney, Domhnall Gleeson as Henry Beard, Martin Mull as Modern Doug and Thomas Lennon as Michael O'Donoghue, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, A Futile and Stupid Gesture has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Futile and Stupid Gesture page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Futile and Stupid Gesture tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Futile and Stupid Gesture change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Futile and Stupid Gesture worth watching?
- A Futile and Stupid Gesture holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Futile and Stupid Gesture?
- A Futile and Stupid Gesture stars Will Forte, Domhnall Gleeson, Martin Mull, Thomas Lennon and Joel McHale.
- When was A Futile and Stupid Gesture released?
- A Futile and Stupid Gesture was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.