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The Bit Part

The Bit Part

Career counsellor Michael Thornton decides to change his career and become an actor. He dreams of performing Shakespeare but ends up in a television ad where only his hands appear on camera. He finds a friend in actress Mary McAllister (Nicole Kidman) until she is called to Hollywood to star in a horror feature. Katrina Foster plays Michael's understanding wife Helen, who supports him while he pursues his elusive dream.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Bit Part
  • Genres: Drama, Comedy
  • Release Date: 1987-06-20
  • Runtime: 87 minutes
  • Rating: 5.3/10 (3 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Comedia Limited
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1551
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Chris Haywood

Chris Haywood

as Michael Thornton

Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman

as Mary McAllister

John Wood

John Wood

as John Bainbridge

Katrina Foster

Katrina Foster

as Helen Thornton

Maurie Fields

Maurie Fields

as Peter

Brian Mannix

Brian Mannix

as Barry

Deborra-Lee Furness

Deborra-Lee Furness

as Acting Teacher

Maggie Miller

Maggie Miller

as Molly

Maureen Edwards

Maureen Edwards

as Bev Howard

Kirk Alexander

Kirk Alexander

as Andy

External Links

Keywords

midlife crisiselocutiontv commercialstruggling actorshowbizstomachacting lesson

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bit Part?

The Bit Part is a Drama, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1987-06-20.

Who are the main actors in The Bit Part?

The main cast includes Chris Haywood, Nicole Kidman, John Wood, Katrina Foster, Maurie Fields, .

Where can I watch The Bit Part online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Bit Part is available.

Is The Bit Part based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Bit Part?

The Bit Part has an IMDb rating of 5.3/10 based on 3 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Bit Part?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Bit Part?

The soundtrack was composed by Comedia Limited. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Bit Part filmed?

The Bit Part was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Bit Part?

The total runtime of The Bit Part is 87 minutes.

Is The Bit Part suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Bit Part?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Bit Part.

Does The Bit Part have a post-credit scene?

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