Identity Crisis (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 1.5
Released in 1989, Identity Crisis is a comedy film directed by Melvin Van Peebles, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A rapper finds himself possessed by the soul of a dead fashion designer; frequently switching personalities.
Who’s in it. Identity Crisis stars Mario Van Peebles as Chilly D, Rick Aviles as El Toro, Richard Bassett as Security Guard and Clarke Bittner as Stockholder's Spokesman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.5/10, Identity Crisis has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Identity Crisis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Identity Crisis tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Identity Crisis (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Identity Crisis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Identity Crisis worth watching?
- Identity Crisis holds an audience score of 1.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Identity Crisis?
- Identity Crisis stars Mario Van Peebles, Rick Aviles, Richard Bassett, Clarke Bittner and Dianne Brill.
- When was Identity Crisis released?
- Identity Crisis was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.