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Watching Mr. Pearson

2026-04-09 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 10.0

Drama · Comedy · History

When a once famous actor can no longer decipher the past from the present, two devoted caretakers discover that imagination and performance may be the only way to help him reconnect with the world that's left him behind.

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Directors
Dillon Bentlage
Production companies
KT pictures, Hedy Films
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Status
Released

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Hugo ArmstrongHugo ArmstrongRobert Pearson
Dominika ZawadaCaroline
Luis Miguel Garcia RizoMiguel
Sam BullingtonSam BullingtonYoung Robert
Zainab JahZainab JahThe Advisor
Samantha Rose VallettaMadeline / Hooker
Paul KandarianPaul KandarianTailor Shop Owner
Jeff EssexJeff EssexMr. Columbus / Morgue Employee
Eric LubbertSuit #1
Simon Kienitz KincadeManagement (voice)

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