Where to watch The Bit Part (1987) in the UK
The Bit Part (1987) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
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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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Bit Part.
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Chris HaywoodMichael Thornton -
Nicole KidmanMary McAllister -
John WoodJohn Bainbridge -
Katrina FosterHelen Thornton -
Maurie FieldsPeter -
Brian MannixBarry
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Deborra-Lee FurnessActing Teacher -
Maggie MillerMolly
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