The Projectionist (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1970, The Projectionist is a comedy and fantasy film directed by Harry Hurwitz, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A projectionist bored with his everyday life begins fantasizing about his being one of the superheroes he sees in the movies he shows.
Who’s in it. The Projectionist stars Chuck McCann as Projectionist / Captain Flash, Rodney Dangerfield as Renaldi / The Bat, Ina Balin as The Girl and Jára Kohout as Candy Man / Scientist, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Projectionist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Projectionist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Projectionist tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Projectionist (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Projectionist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Projectionist worth watching?
- The Projectionist holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Projectionist?
- The Projectionist stars Chuck McCann, Rodney Dangerfield, Ina Balin, Jára Kohout and Harry Hurwitz.
- When was The Projectionist released?
- The Projectionist was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.