Movie

The Actor

“An unforgettable cinematic odyssey.”

★ 6.3(21)20251h 38m

The Actor is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, CosmoGo and Amazon Video. Availability checked 11 June 2026.

Where to watch The Actor

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Good to know

Director: Duke Johnson
Release date: 2025-03-14
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Waypoint Entertainment

The Actor — trailer

About The Actor

The Actor is a 2025 movie in the Drama, Mystery and Thriller genres, directed by Duke Johnson, starring André Holland, Gemma Chan and May Calamawy. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 21 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Actor in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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

André Holland

Paul Cole

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

Olwen Fouéré

Judge / Old Lady / Neighbor / Wardrobe Woman / Old Man

Edward Hogg

Hotel Clerk / Bartender / Makeup Artist

Youssef Kerkour

Black Jack / Ed / Defense Attorney / Dock Worker

Asim Chaudhry

Little Jack / Fred / Herbie / Dock Worker

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookohio1950s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Actor in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream The Actor on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, CosmoGo and Amazon Video.

Is The Actor on Netflix?+

The Actor is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

How long is The Actor?+

The Actor has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in The Actor?+

The Actor stars André Holland, Gemma Chan, May Calamawy, Tracey Ullman and Toby Jones.

When did The Actor come out?+

The Actor is a 2025 movie directed by Duke Johnson.

What genre is The Actor?+

The Actor is Drama, Mystery and Thriller film.

Who directed The Actor?+

The Actor was directed by Duke Johnson.

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