The Understudy

In this engaging tale, thirty-two-year-old actor Stephen C. McQueen is stuck in a rut, landing only minor roles as corpses on screen while waiting for his big break. Currently understudying the rising star Josh Harper in a West End play, Stephen hopes for a chance to showcase his talent, especially to win back his disapproving ex-wife and impress their seven-year-old daughter. When Stephen discovers a secret that could put Josh in his debt, he finds himself navigating a complicated situation involving silence, deception, and a unique friendship with Josh's wife, all while confronting what it truly means to be an actor.