The Full Monty (1997)
Kernel Score: 79% · 1,762 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy
Released: 1997-08-13
Runtime: 91 minutes
Where to watch The Full Monty
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Sheffield, England. Gaz, a jobless steelworker in need of quick cash persuades his mates to bare it all in a one-night-only strip show.
The Full Monty parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated British comedy follows unemployed steelworkers who plan a male striptease show, including a suicide attempt subplot.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Strong — Centers on a male striptease show; rated R with nudity-related content.
- Language: Moderate — R-rated British comedy likely contains strong language.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Peter Cattaneo
Cast
- Robert Carlyle as Gary "Gaz" Schofield
- Mark Addy as Dave Horsefall
- Wim Snape as Nathan Schofield
- Steve Huison as Lomper
- Tom Wilkinson as Gerald Arthur Cooper
- Paul Barber as Barrington "Horse" Mitchell
- Hugo Speer as Guy
- Lesley Sharp as Jean Horsefall
- Emily Woof as Mandy
- Deirdre Costello as Linda Cooper
The Full Monty FAQ
Is The Full Monty good?
The Full Monty has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,762 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Full Monty?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Full Monty OK for kids?
The Full Monty is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated British comedy follows unemployed steelworkers who plan a male striptease show, including a suicide attempt subplot.
What movies are like The Full Monty?
If you liked The Full Monty, try Nine to Five, White Chicks, Brassed Off and Moxie.