Bowfinger
“The con is on.”
On the verge of bankruptcy and desperate for his big break, aspiring filmmaker Bobby Bowfinger concocts a crazy plan to make his ultimate dream movie. Rallying a ragtag team that includes a starry-eyed ingenue, a has-been diva and a film studio gofer, he sets out to shoot a blockbuster featuring the biggest star in Hollywood, Kit Ramsey -- only without letting Ramsey know he's in the picture.
Where to watch Bowfinger in United States
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Apple TV Store
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Bowfinger there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Bowfinger streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | VI movies and tv | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | BINGE, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Foxtel Now | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | FOD |
About Bowfinger
Bowfinger is a 1999 English-language comedy film directed by Frank Oz. The cast is led by Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, Heather Graham. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 1000 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Bowfinger was produced by Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, and Brian Grazer Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on August 12, 1999, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $55 million, it went on to gross $99 million worldwide.
- Director
- Frank Oz
- Writers
- Steve Martin
- Release date
- August 12, 1999
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $55 million
- Box office
- $99 million
- Production
- Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, Brian Grazer Productions
Bowfinger cast & crew
Bowfinger was directed by Frank Oz and written by Steve Martin.
The cast features Steve Martin as Bobby Bowfinger, Eddie Murphy as Kit Ramsey / Jeffernson 'Jiff' Ramsey, Heather Graham as Daisy, Christine Baranski as Carol, Jamie Kennedy as Dave, and Barry Newman as Hal, Kit's Agent.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by David Newman, cinematography is by Ueli Steiger, and it was produced by Brian Grazer and Karen Kehela Sherwood.
Is Bowfinger worth watching?
Bowfinger holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 950 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 37m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Bowfinger is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Bowfinger
Bowfinger isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Bowfinger
Steve Martin
Bobby Bowfinger
Eddie Murphy
Kit Ramsey / Jeffernson 'Jiff' Ramsey
Heather Graham
Daisy
Christine Baranski
Carol
Jamie Kennedy
Dave
Barry Newman
Hal, Kit's Agent
Adam Alexi-Malle
Afrim
Kohl Sudduth
Slater
Terence Stamp
Terry Stricter
Robert Downey Jr.
Jerry Renfro
Alejandro Patiño
Sanchez
Alfred De Contreras
Martinez
Bowfinger — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Bowfinger in United States?
Bowfinger is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Bowfinger in?
Bowfinger is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Bowfinger?
Bowfinger runs 1 hours 37 minutes (97 minutes).
▸What is Bowfinger rated?
Bowfinger is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 950 ratings.
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