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Act One

6.319631h 50mMovieDrama

This autobiographical story traces the career of playwright Moss Hart. Moss struggles as a dramatic writer until he concentrates his efforts on writing comedy. He suffers through a series of professional and romantic failures before a meeting with George S. Kaufman which changes his fortunes.

DirectorDore Schary
WriterDore Schary
ProducerDore Schary

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Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 2 other countries

Act One isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Canada, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Dore Schary

GHGeorge Hamilton
George Hamilton
Moss Hart
JRJason Robards
Jason Robards
George S. Kaufman
JKJack Klugman
Jack Klugman
Joe Hyman
SLSam Levene
Sam Levene
Richard Maxwell
RFRuth Ford
Ruth Ford
Beatrice Kaufman
EWEli Wallach
Eli Wallach
Warren Stone
JLJoseph Leon
Joseph Leon
Max Seigel
GSGeorge Segal
George Segal
Lester Sweyd
SGSam Groom
Sam Groom
David Starr
SSSammy Smith
Sammy Smith
Sam H. Harris
LLLouise Larabee
Louise Larabee
Clara Baum
DDDavid Doyle
David Doyle
Oliver Fisher

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Act One — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Act One?

Act One isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Canada and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Act One on Netflix?

No, Act One is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is Act One on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Act One isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch Act One for free?

Act One isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Act One based on a true story?

Yes — Act One is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).