Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star
2003, English. Directed by Sam Weisman.
50 million people used to watch him on TV. Now he washes their cars.
TV child star of the '70s, Dickie Roberts is now 35 and parking cars. Craving to regain the spotlight, he auditions for a role of a normal guy, but the director quickly sees he is anything but normal. Desperate to win the part, Dickie hires a family to help him replay his childhood and assume the identity of an average, everyday loser.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star
Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 4 September 2003
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Fred Wolf, David Spade
- Budget
- $17M
- Box office
- $24M
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Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star: quick answers
Is Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 215 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star?
Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star on?
Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star?
If you liked Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star, try Thunderstruck, Problem Child 2, The Great Buck Howard.
Who directed Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star?
Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003) was directed by Sam Weisman and stars David Spade, Mary McCormack, Jon Lovitz.