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.

Release Date

June 20, 1987

Status

Released

Original Title

The Bit Part

Runtime

1h 27min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

Production Companies

Comedia Limited