The Debut

Plot Summary

When Mona Friedman is cast in a bit part at a small community theater, she transforms from a shy, unassuming housewife into a zealous method actor willing to do anything to protect the artistic integrity of her marginal role—even if it means waging war against the show’s domineering director.

Top Cast

Julianne Moore Mona Friedman

Paul Giamatti Jerry

Halle Bailey

Havana Rose Liu

Jesse Eisenberg