RKO 281 (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2000, RKO 281 is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Benjamin Ross, running about 84 minutes. “What went on the screen was nothing compared to what went on behind the scenes.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1939, boy-wonder Orson Welles leaves New York, where he has succeeded in radio and theater, and, hired by RKO Pictures, moves to Hollywood with the purpose of making his first film.
Who’s in it. RKO 281 stars Liev Schreiber as Orson Welles, James Cromwell as William Randolph Hearst, Melanie Griffith as Marion Davies and John Malkovich as Herman Mankiewicz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, RKO 281 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch RKO 281 page.
If you liked it. Fans of RKO 281 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch RKO 281 (2000)?
- In US, RKO 281 is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is RKO 281 worth watching?
- RKO 281 holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in RKO 281?
- RKO 281 stars Liev Schreiber, James Cromwell, Melanie Griffith, John Malkovich and Liam Cunningham.
- When was RKO 281 released?
- RKO 281 was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.