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Role of a Lifetime

4.620021h 38mMovieComedyDrama

A has-been actor drops from public view and is presumed dead and when Hollywood decides to make a movie about his life, he decides to make a comeback by assuming another identity.

DirectorAntony Alda
WriterAntony Alda
ProducersGregory Scanlan·Ed Sanders

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Cast · Directed by Antony Alda

SBScott Bakula
Scott Bakula
Bobby Cellini / Buck Steele
ED
Edie Dearing
Velvet
BT
Beverly Taylor
Luna
MWMarissa Jaret Winokur
Marissa Jaret Winokur
Flower Girl (as Marisa Winokur)
ELElizabeth Lambert
Elizabeth Lambert
Dana
KMKathryn Morris
Kathryn Morris
Chelsea Cellini
MP
Michael Pointer
Booking Officer
MMMatt McKenzie
Matt McKenzie
Cop
HGHarry Groener
Harry Groener
Brad Collings
FNFrank Novak
Frank Novak
Desk Sergeant
JVJulia Vera
Julia Vera
Hopi Woman
DKDavid Kaufman
David Kaufman
Chick Desmond

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Role of a Lifetime — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Role of a Lifetime?

Role of a Lifetime isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Role of a Lifetime on Netflix?

No, Role of a Lifetime is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Role of a Lifetime on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Role of a Lifetime isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Role of a Lifetime for free?

Role of a Lifetime isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Role of a Lifetime?

Role of a Lifetime hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 26, 2002. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.