Factotum(2005)
What matters most is how well you walk through the fire
Factotum Synopsis
This drama centers on Hank Chinaski, the fictional alter-ego of "Factotum" author Charles Bukowski, who wanders around Los Angeles, CA trying to live off jobs which don't interfere with his primary interest, which is writing. Along the way, he fends off the distractions offered by women, drinking and gambling.
Factotum (2005) is a drama film directed by Bent Hamer, released on April 25, 2005 with a runtime of 1h 34m. It stars Matt Dillon, Lili Taylor, Marisa Tomei and Fisher Stevens. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 229 ratings.
- Director:
- Bent Hamer
- Writers:
- Jim Stark, Bent Hamer, Charles Bukowski
- Producers:
- Jim Stark, Bent Hamer
- Cinematographer:
- John Christian Rosenlund
- Composer:
- Kristin Asbjørnsen
- Production:
- Bulbul Films, StarkSales Inc., Pandora Film, ZDF/Arte
- Budget:
- $1,000,000
- Revenue:
- $2,708,087
- Status:
- Released
Factotum (2005) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Factotum before you stream it.
Factotum Cast & Crew
Main cast
Matt Dillon
as Henry Chinaski
Lili Taylor
as Jan
Marisa Tomei
as Laura
Fisher Stevens
as Manny
- Didier Flamand
Didier Flamand
as Pierre
Adrienne Shelly
as Jerry
Karen Young
as Grace
- Thomas Lyons
Thomas Lyons
as Tony Endicott
- Dean Brewington
Dean Brewington
as Old Black Man
James Cada
as Bald Man
James Michael Detmar
as Smithson
- Kurt Schweickhardt
Kurt Schweickhardt
as Ice Plant Supervisor
Key crew
Directed by Bent Hamer, written by Jim Stark, Bent Hamer and Charles Bukowski, produced by Jim Stark and Bent Hamer.
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Factotum Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 229 ratings.
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Factotum – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Factotum online?
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Factotum (2005) is currently available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Factotum?
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The main cast of Factotum (2005) includes Matt Dillon, Lili Taylor, Marisa Tomei, Fisher Stevens and Didier Flamand. The film was directed by Bent Hamer. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Factotum released?
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Factotum was released on April 25, 2005 and runs for 1h 34m.
Is Factotum worth watching?
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Factotum (2005) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 229 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Factotum?
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Yes. The official Factotum trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.