Catastrophe (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2001, Catastrophe is a notable film directed by David Mamet, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. An autocratic Director (Harold Pinter) and his Assistant (Rebecca Pidgeon) put the final touches to the last scene of some kind of dramatic presentation, which consists entirely of a man (John Gielgud) standing still onstage.
Who’s in it. Catastrophe stars John Gielgud as The Protagonist, Rebecca Pidgeon as The Director's Assistant and Harold Pinter as The Director.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Catastrophe has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Catastrophe page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Catastrophe (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Catastrophe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Catastrophe worth watching?
- Catastrophe holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Catastrophe?
- Catastrophe stars John Gielgud, Rebecca Pidgeon and Harold Pinter.