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The Actor
“An unforgettable cinematic odyssey.”
6.3 / 10• 2025• 1h 38m•R• English
DramaMysteryThriller
Storyline
Paul Cole finds himself stranded in a mysterious small town with no memory of who he is or how he got here. As bits and pieces of his past slowly emerge, he attempts to find his way home, but time is slippery, appearances can't be trusted, and it's unclear which of his identities is real.
Cast & Crew

André Holland
Paul Cole
Lead
Gemma Chan
Edna

May Calamawy
May / Benny's Girl / Mattie / Rita / Karen / Lady

Tracey Ullman
Mrs. Malloy / Helen / Deerville Woman

Toby Jones
Lieutenant Murray / Artie Bellman / Cabbie / Arnold

Simon McBurney
Doctor Croft / Doctor Edgarton

Joe Cole
Nick / Director

Tanya Reynolds
Judy / Set Dresser / Hailey / Clerk / Frances
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Duke Johnson's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Actor is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”









