The Bit Part

1987Directed by Brendan Maher

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Released: June 20, 1987
Runtime: 1h 27m

About The Bit Part

Drama
Comedy

Synopsis

Career counsellor Michael Thornton decides to change his career and become an actor. He dreams of performing Shakespeare but ends up in a television ad where only his hands appear on camera. He finds a friend in actress Mary McAllister (Nicole Kidman) until she is called to Hollywood to star in a horror feature. Katrina Foster plays Michael's understanding wife Helen, who supports him while he pursues his elusive dream.

Director: Brendan Maher
Writers: Steve Vizard
Ian McFadyen

Principal cast

In billing order

Chris HaywoodMichael Thornton
Nicole KidmanMary McAllister
John WoodJohn Bainbridge
Katrina FosterHelen Thornton
Maurie FieldsPeter
Brian MannixBarry

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