Proof (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 6.5

Proof poster

Released in 1991, Proof is a drama and romance film directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse, running about 90 minutes. “Before love, comes trust. Before trust, comes...Proof.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Martin, a young blind photographer, is divided between his friendship with restaurant worker Andy and the exclusive love that Celia—who is terribly jealous of this new friendship—has for him.

Who’s in it. Proof stars Hugo Weaving as Martin, Russell Crowe as Andy, Geneviève Picot as Celia and Heather Mitchell as Martin's Mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Proof has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.2M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Proof page.

If you liked it. Fans of Proof tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Proof (1991)?
In US, Proof is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Proof worth watching?
Proof holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Proof?
Proof stars Hugo Weaving, Russell Crowe, Geneviève Picot, Heather Mitchell and Jeffrey Walker.
When was Proof released?
Proof was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.