

Dummy
“Sometimes you need a little help finding yourself.”
An ex-office worker becomes a ventriloquist, leading to a date with his unemployment counselor; but his quirky family and a gauche female friend may thwart his new career and love life.
Where to watch Dummy in United States
Click a service to open Dummy there. Availability last verified on June 23, 2026.
Where is Dummy streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Canada | Tubi TV, Plex | — |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video |
About Dummy
Dummy is a 2002 English-language comedy, drama and romance film directed by Greg Pritikin. The cast is led by Adrien Brody, Milla Jovovich, Illeana Douglas. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy.
Dummy was produced by Dummy Productions LLC and Quadrant Entertainment and made in United States of America. It was released on September 12, 2002, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Greg Pritikin
- Writers
- Greg Pritikin
- Release date
- September 12, 2002
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Dummy Productions LLC, Quadrant Entertainment
Dummy cast & crew
Dummy was directed by Greg Pritikin and written by Greg Pritikin.
The cast features Adrien Brody as Steven Schoichet, Milla Jovovich as Fangora "Fanny" Gurkel, Illeana Douglas as Heidi Schoichet, Vera Farmiga as Lorena Fanchetti, Jessica Walter as Fern Schoichet, and Ron Leibman as Lou Schoichet.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Mike Ruekberg, cinematography is by Horacio Marquínez, and it was produced by Bob Fagan and Richard Temtchine.
Is Dummy worth watching?
Dummy holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 96 ratings, a more divisive comedy films.
At 1h 31m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, drama, and romance, Dummy is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Dummy
In United States, you can stream Dummy on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Dummy

Adrien Brody
Steven Schoichet

Milla Jovovich
Fangora "Fanny" Gurkel

Illeana Douglas
Heidi Schoichet

Vera Farmiga
Lorena Fanchetti

Jessica Walter
Fern Schoichet

Ron Leibman
Lou Schoichet

Jared Harris
Michael Foulicker

Helen Hanft
Mrs. Gurkel

Richmond Hoxie
Sorensen
Mirabella Pisani
Bonnie

Adam LeFevre
Theater Director
Dummy — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Dummy in United States?
Dummy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free in United States.
▸Is Dummy on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Dummy is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Dummy in?
Dummy is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Yiddish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Dummy?
Dummy runs 1 hours 31 minutes (91 minutes).
▸What is Dummy rated?
Dummy is rated R. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 96 ratings.











