Where to watch Why Can't I Be a Movie Star? in the UK
Why Can't I Be a Movie Star? is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Why Can't I Be a Movie Star? follows the story of a frustrated actor known for his ability to play "Some Guy" parts. According to the envious Some Guy, famous Hollywood actor Patrick Brannigan died on the red carpet at a premiere, yet he is still a huge movie star. Some Guy asks, if Patrick Brannigan, an untalented drunk who may not even be alive, is a movie star, why can't he be one too? As Some Guy stalks the mysterious Brannigan into some of his greatest films, Mission Possible 3, Wimp Club, and SexMen he tries to uncover the essential nature of modern Hollywood.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Why Can't I Be a Movie Star?.
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Nick AppletonSome Guy
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Ken LeonardPatrick Brannigan
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Mike PattersonLance Banyon
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Albert NerenbergMax Hammer
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Brooke D'OrsayJennifer Kruz -
Tanya PillayIndira Cortez
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Nick SutcliffeRoger Skymount
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Eric MarierMalcom Seven
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