The Fool (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2014, The Fool is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Yury Bykov, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. The Fool is a movie about a simple plumber. An honest man, he is up against an entire system of corrupted bureaucrats. At stake are the lives of 800 inhabitants of an old dorm that is at risk of collapsing within the span of the night.
Who’s in it. The Fool stars Artyom Bystrov as Dima Nikitin, Natalya Surkova as Mayor, Yuriy Tsurilo as Bogachev and Sergei Artsybashev as Tulsky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Fool sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fool page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fool tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fool (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fool worth watching?
- The Fool holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Fool?
- The Fool stars Artyom Bystrov, Natalya Surkova, Yuriy Tsurilo, Sergei Artsybashev and Boris Nevzorov.
- When was The Fool released?
- The Fool was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.