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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.”
