Holy Man (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1998, Holy Man is a comedy and drama film directed by Stephen Herek, running about 114 minutes. “The Comedy Where Nothing's Sacred!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a world governed by commerce, Ricky and Kate, dedicated employees, find their lives forever changed when they encounter the enigmatic stranger G. As they navigate the realm of commerce, their paths intertwine in a surreal dance of love, loss, and redemption. G's presence, amplified through the pervasive influence of globalized television, casts a spell that reverberates beyond Ricky and Kate, impacting the lives of those who bear witness to their intertwined destinies.
Who’s in it. Holy Man stars Eddie Murphy as G, Kelly Preston as Kate Newell, Jeff Goldblum as Ricky Hayman and Robert Loggia as McBainbridge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Holy Man has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $12.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Holy Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Holy Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Holy Man (1998)?
- In US, Holy Man is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Holy Man worth watching?
- Holy Man holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Holy Man?
- Holy Man stars Eddie Murphy, Kelly Preston, Jeff Goldblum, Robert Loggia and Morgan Fairchild.
- When was Holy Man released?
- Holy Man was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.