Movie

The Understudy

201429m

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Good to know

Director: David Kerr
Release date: 2014-03-05
Runtime: 29m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About The Understudy

The Understudy is a 2014 movie in the Drama genre, directed by David Kerr, starring Rosie Cavaliero, Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith. It has a runtime of 29 minutes. Below you can see where to watch The Understudy in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Tony Warner's performance as Macbeth is the toast of London's West End. It would be very bad luck indeed if he was suddenly indisposed in some way. Except for Jim, his ever-hopeful understudy, of course.

Cast

Rosie Cavaliero

Kirstie

Steve Pemberton

Tony

Reece Shearsmith

Jim

Roger Sloman

Bill

Di Botcher

Jean

Lyndsey Marshal

Laura

Julia Davis

Felicity

Richard Cordery

Nick

Bruce Mackinnon

'Malcolm'

Jo Stone-Fewings

'Macduff'

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Understudy in United Kingdom?+

The Understudy is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Kingdom. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Understudy on Netflix?+

The Understudy is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is The Understudy?+

The Understudy has a runtime of 29 minutes (29 minutes).

Who stars in The Understudy?+

The Understudy stars Rosie Cavaliero, Steve Pemberton, Reece Shearsmith, Roger Sloman and Di Botcher.

When did The Understudy come out?+

The Understudy is a 2014 movie directed by David Kerr.

What genre is The Understudy?+

The Understudy is Drama film.

Who directed The Understudy?+

The Understudy was directed by David Kerr.