Movie

Simon

“He loves you. Do what he says.”

★ 6.3(24)19801h 37m

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Good to know

Director: Marshall Brickman
Release date: 1980-02-01
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Orion Pictures

Simon — trailer

About Simon

Simon is a 1980 movie in the Comedy and Science Fiction genres, directed by Marshall Brickman, starring Alan Arkin, Madeline Kahn and William Finley. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 24 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Simon in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A group of scientists take Simon, a psychology professor, as a test person for a brainwashing experiment and try to convince him that he is a living being from another planet.

Cast

Alan Arkin

Simon Mendelssohn

Madeline Kahn

Dr. Cynthia Mallory

William Finley

Fichandler

Wallace Shawn

Eric Van Dongen

Max Wright

Leon Hundertwasser

Fred Gwynne

Maj. Gen. Korey

Austin Pendleton

Dr. Carl Becker

Judy Graubart

Lisa

Adolph Green

Commune Leader

Keith Szarabajka

Josh

Ann Risley

Pam

David Susskind

Himself

Themes & keywords

brainwashingscientistevolutionpsychosis

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Simon in France?+

Simon is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in France. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Simon on Netflix?+

Simon is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is Simon?+

Simon has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in Simon?+

Simon stars Alan Arkin, Madeline Kahn, William Finley, Wallace Shawn and Max Wright.

When did Simon come out?+

Simon is a 1980 movie directed by Marshall Brickman.

What genre is Simon?+

Simon is Comedy and Science Fiction film.

Who directed Simon?+

Simon was directed by Marshall Brickman.