Big Nothing (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.4

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Released in 2006, Big Nothing is an action, comedy, thriller and crime film directed by Jean-Baptiste Andrea, running about 86 minutes. “They wrote the book on how not to be criminals.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A frustrated, unemployed teacher joins forces with a scammer and his girlfriend in a blackmailing scheme.

Who’s in it. Big Nothing stars David Schwimmer as Charlie, Simon Pegg as Gus, Natascha McElhone as Penelope Wood and Jon Polito as Agent Hymes, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Big Nothing has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big Nothing page.

If you liked it. Fans of Big Nothing tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Big Nothing (2006)?
In GB, Big Nothing is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Sky Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Big Nothing worth watching?
Big Nothing holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Big Nothing?
Big Nothing stars David Schwimmer, Simon Pegg, Natascha McElhone, Jon Polito and Mimi Rogers.
When was Big Nothing released?
Big Nothing was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.