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The Insurance Man

5.919861h 16mMovieDramaTV Movie

Franz, a young man, works in a dye factory in Prague. One day he notices a rash-like eczema, growing on his hands. All attempts to treat it with ointment fail, and the rash gradually spreads over his body. After complaining to the…

DirectorRichard Eyre
WriterAlan Bennett
ProducerInnes Lloyd

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Cast · Directed by Richard Eyre

DDDaniel Day-Lewis
Daniel Day-Lewis
Kafka
RHRobert Hines
Robert Hines
Franz (young)
AMAlan MacNaughtan
Alan MacNaughtan
Doctor
TPTrevor Peacock
Trevor Peacock
Franz (old)
JBJim Broadbent
Jim Broadbent
Gutling
HFHugh Fraser
Hugh Fraser
Culick
VPVivian Pickles
Vivian Pickles
Lily
BWBernard Wrigley
Bernard Wrigley
Workmen
CCCharlotte Coleman
Charlotte Coleman
Seamstress
RMRosemary Martin
Rosemary Martin
Miss Weber
GPGeoffrey Palmer
Geoffrey Palmer
The Angry Doctor
RHRoger Hammond
Roger Hammond
The Fat Doctor

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The Insurance Man — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Insurance Man?

The Insurance Man isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is The Insurance Man on Netflix?

No, The Insurance Man is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is The Insurance Man on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Insurance Man isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch The Insurance Man for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for The Insurance Man?

The Insurance Man hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 12, 1986. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.