Film · 2024
A Different Man
Directed by Aaron Schimberg · starring John Keating, Sebastian Stan and Billy Griffith
- 1 h 52 min
- 15
- Comedy · Thriller
USA
- Released in the UK 3 October 2024
- 7.2 AverageMovieNCo
- 7.2 Users2 votes
- 7.2 Critics5 reviews
Synopsis
Edward (Sebastian Stan) is an insecure man due to his illness. The protagonist of 'A Different Man' suffers from neurofibromatosis, a condition that deteriorates his face. His greatest dream is to participate in the play of his neighbor, Ingrid (Renate Reinsve), but his shyness prevents him from working with her. Tired of his situation, Edward undergoes a risky operation to fix his face and heal his illness.
Fortunately for him, it works, allowing him to achieve the success and confidence he believed he needed over the years. However, things take a turn when Oswald (Adam Pearson), a man who also suffers from neurofibromatosis, is chosen as the lead for Ingrid's play. Both will begin to compete for her attention, and Edward will realize that, despite suffering from the same condition he once did, Oswald is indeed capable of integrating into society and having the prestige he used to desired.
'A Different Man' is a comedy directed and written by filmmaker Aaron Schimberg, known for titles like 'Chained for Life.' The film is among the potential nominees for the 2025 Oscar for Best Makeup and Hairstyling. Vertigo Films brings the movie to Spanish cinemas, setting its release date for January 31.
Where to watch A Different Man
All the optionsAvailable now in the UK:
Availability checked on 8 November 2026.
The essentials
- Runtime
- 112 min1 hour and 52 minutes
- Box office
- €29,650in Spain
- Rating
- 15Suitable only for 15 years and over
- How long is A Different Man?
- 1 hour and 52 minutes (112 minutes).
- When was A Different Man released in the UK?
- It was released in the UK on 3 October 2024.
- Who directed A Different Man?
- Aaron Schimberg.
- Who is in A Different Man?
- It stars John Keating, Sebastian Stan, Billy Griffith and Renate Reinsve.
- Where can I watch A Different Man?
- In the UK it is available to rent on Apple TV and Prime Video.
- How much did A Different Man make?
- It took €29,650 in Spain.
Cast
Full cast (11)-
John Keating Dr. Varno
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Sebastian Stan Edward
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Billy Griffith Ollie
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Renate Reinsve Ingrid
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C. Mason Wells Carl
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Michael Shannon Self
- Director
- Aaron Schimberg
- Writers
- Aaron Schimberg
- Producers
- Aaron Schimberg, Sebastian Stan, Christine Vachon
Videos and trailers
See the videoPhotos and posters
All 11 photosReviews
All 5 reviewsWhat the critics say average 7.2 from 5 outlets
- 10 The A.V. ClubDrew Gillis
A Different Man prioritizes laughs over proselytizing. There is inherent humor in the absurdity of the situation?which takes a momentary detour near sci-fi territory during Edward's…
Read - 9.0 Screen DailyTim Grierson
Some people will always want what they do not have, but it is hard to imagine anyone feeling short-changed by such a tonally rich, thematically ambitious film.
Read - 5.8 The PlaylistGregory Ellwood
The third act often feels more like a cinematic exercise than a filmmaker who has something to say.
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Box office
Weekend by weekend-
Spain €29,650
Awards
All the awards- Academy Awards (Oscars) 2025 1 nomination
- Golden Globes 2025 1 of 1 nomination Won: Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical
Soundtrack
All 14 songs- Old Time Cat-O'-NineThe Lord Invador (as Lord Invader)
- Out of the Sewers, Onto the StreetsMutant Scum
- CorporateAleksandr Shamaluev
- Clubbin'KinG Pen, DJ Wellz feat. Peeezo
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