Soon after his insufferably arrogant father wins the Nobel Prize for chemistry, Barkley Michaelson is kidnapped by Thaddeus James, a young genius who claims to be Barkley's illegitimate half-brother. Motivated not so much by money as revenge, Thaddeus tries to convince Barkley to help him carry out a multimillion-dollar extortion plot against their patriarch.
04-28-2007
1h 50m
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Main Cast
Movie Details
Production Info
Director:
Randall Miller
Writers:
Randall Miller, Jody Savin
Production:
Gimme Five Films
Revenue:
$550,782
Budget:
$4,000,000
Key Crew
Original Music Composer:
Mark Adler
Original Music Composer:
Paul Oakenfold
Producer:
Randall Miller
Casting:
Richard Pagano
Executive Producer:
Jeffery Goddard
Locations and Languages
Country:
US
Filming:
US
Languages:
en
Main Cast
Alan Rickman
Alan Sidney Patrick Rickman (February 21, 1946 – January 14, 2016) was an English actor and director. Known for his deep, languid voice, he trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London and became a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), performing in modern and classical theatre productions. He played the Vicomte de Valmont in the RSC stage production of Les Liaisons Dangereuses in 1985, and after the production transferred to the West End in 1986 and Broadway in 1987, he was nominated for a Tony Award.
Rickman's first cinema role came when he was cast as the German terrorist leader Hans Gruber in Die Hard (1988). He also appeared as the Sheriff of Nottingham in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991), for which he received the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role; Elliott Marston in Quigley Down Under (1990); Jamie in Truly, Madly, Deeply (1991); Colonel Brandon in Sense and Sensibility (1995); Eamon DeValera in Michael Collins (1997); Alexander Dane in Galaxy Quest (1999); Metatron in Dogma (1999); Severus Snape in the Harry Potter series (2001–2011); Harry in Love Actually (2003); Marvin the Paranoid Android in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005); and Judge Turpin in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007).
Rickman made his television acting debut playing Tybalt in Romeo and Juliet (1978) as part of the BBC's Shakespeare series. His breakthrough role was in the BBC television adaptation of The Barchester Chronicles (1982). He later starred in television films, playing the title character in Rasputin: Dark Servant of Destiny (1996), which won him a Golden Globe Award, an Emmy Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award, and Alfred Blalock in Something the Lord Made (2004).
Rickman died of pancreatic cancer on 14 January 2016 at age 69. His final film roles were as Lieutenant General Frank Benson in the thriller Eye in the Sky (2015), and reprising his role as the voice of the caterpillar from Alice in Wonderland (2010) in Alice Through the Looking Glass (2016).
Bryan Greenberg is an American actor and musician, known for his starring role as Ben Epstein in How to Make It in America as well as a recurring role as Jake Jagielski on One Tree Hill and as Nick Garrett on October Road. His film work includes The Good Guy, Bride Wars, Nobel Son and The Perfect Score.
Shawn Wayne Hatosy (born December 29, 1975) a versatile American actor with over 40 film and television credits to his name. Hatosy gained recognition for his roles in projects like "Animal Kingdom," where he played the intense and troubled character Andrew 'Pope' Cody, showcasing his ability to delve into emotionally layered roles with authenticity and depth.
Eliza Dushku is an American actress and producer, known for her versatile talent and captivating performances across film and television. She was born on December 30, 1980, in Watertown, Massachusetts, USA.
Dushku's acting career began at a young age when she landed her first major role as the troubled teenage daughter, Faith, on the hit television series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" (1998-2003). Her portrayal of the complex and rebellious character garnered critical acclaim and a strong fan following.
Following her success on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," Dushku went on to star in the spin-off series "Angel" (2000-2003), where she continued to develop her character, Faith, in a more prominent role. Her ability to bring depth and vulnerability to her performances earned her further recognition in the industry.
Dushku's talent extended beyond television, as she made a successful transition to the big screen. She appeared in several notable films, including "Bring It On" (2000), "The New Guy" (2002), and "Wrong Turn" (2003), where she showcased her range as an actress and solidified her presence in the film industry.
In addition to her acting career, Dushku has also been involved in producing projects. She co-produced and starred in the short-lived series "Tru Calling" (2003-2005), further demonstrating her passion for storytelling and her desire to contribute to the creative process behind the camera.
Throughout her career, Dushku has consistently taken on challenging and complex roles, showcasing her versatility as an actress. She has also been praised for her commitment to portraying strong female characters who defy stereotypes and challenge societal norms.
Beyond her acting pursuits, Dushku is also known for her philanthropic efforts. She has been involved in various charitable organizations, particularly focusing on empowering young women and combating sexual violence.
Eliza Dushku continues to be a respected and admired figure in the entertainment industry, captivating audiences with her talent, authenticity, and dedication to her craft. Her contributions to both television and film have left a lasting impact, and she remains an influential presence in the industry.
William Pullman (born December 17, 1953) is an American actor. After graduating with a Master of Fine Arts degree in theater, he was an adjunct professor at Montana State University before deciding to pursue acting. He made his film debut in Ruthless People (1986), and starred in Spaceballs (1987), The Accidental Tourist (1988), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), While You Were Sleeping (1995), Casper (1995), Independence Day (1996), Lost Highway (1997), and Lake Placid (1999). He has appeared frequently on television, usually in TV films. Starting in the 2000s he has also acted in miniseries and regular series, such as Torchwood (2011), starring roles in 1600 Penn (2012–13) and The Sinner (2017–2021). In 2021, he had a recurring role in the miniseries Halston.
Mary Nell Steenburgen (born February 8, 1953) is an American actress, comedian, singer, and songwriter. After studying at New York's Neighborhood Playhouse in the 1970s, she made her professional acting debut in the Western comedy film Goin' South (1978). Steenburgen went on to earn critical acclaim for her role in Time After Time (1979) and Jonathan Demme's comedy-drama film Melvin and Howard (1980), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Danny DeVito (born November 17, 1944) is an American actor, comedian, director, and producer. He first gained prominence for his portrayal of Louie De Palma on Taxi, for which he won a Golden Globe and an Emmy.
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Edward Bridge “Ted” Danson III (born December 29, 1947) is an American actor best known for his role as central character Sam Malone in the sitcom Cheers, and his role as Dr. John Becker on the series Becker. He also plays a recurring role on Larry David's HBO sitcom Curb Your Enthusiasm, starred alongside Glenn Close in legal drama Damages and is now a regular on the HBO comedy series Bored to Death.
In his thirty-year career, Danson has been nominated for fourteen Primetime Emmy Awards, winning two; ten Golden Globe Awards nominations, winning three; one Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination; one American Comedy Award and a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame. He was ranked second in TV Guide's list of the top 25 television stars.
Danson has also been a longtime activist in ocean conservation. In March 2011, he published his first book, "Oceana: Our Endangered Oceans And What We Can Do To Save Them," written with journalist Michael D'Orso.
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Earnest Lee Hudson is an American actor and voice actor. He is most known for his roles as Winston Zeddemore in the Ghostbusters film series, Warden Leo Glynn on HBO's Oz, and Sergeant Albrecht in The Crow.
He's had recurring roles on several TV shows including St. Elsewhere, Twin Peaks, Law & Order, HBO's Oz, Desperate Housewives, Heroes, Franklin & Bash, The Secret Life of the American Teenager, Modern Family, Graves, Grace and Frankie, APB, LA's Finest, Carl Weber's The Family Business, City on a Hill, and Quantum Leap (2022).
He's been in numerous films - most notably are the Ghostbusters series, The Hand that Rocks the Cradle, The Crow and its sequel The Crow: Stairway to Heaven, Miss Congeniality and its sequel Miss Congeniality 2, and You're Not You. He has also appeared in a few Hallmark movies.
Lindy Booth (born April 2, 1979) is a Canadian actress who currently resides in Los Angeles, California. She's best known for playing Riley Grant on the Disney Channel series The Famous Jett Jackson (and Agent Hawk in the show-within-a-show Silverstone) and Claudia on Relic Hunter. She also portrayed A.J. Butterfield on the NBC series The Philanthropist.
Other credits include guest starring as different characters in two 2002 episodes of the A&E Network series A Nero Wolfe Mystery ("Before I Die" and Poison a la Carte"), and a recurring role in season two of the USA Network series The 4400. She also starred as Dodger Allen in the 2005 movie Cry Wolf, as Nicole in the 2004 remake of Dawn of the Dead, and had a small part in Wrong Turn with Eliza Dushku. She appears in Dark Honeymoon. In addition, she has guest starred in TV shows such as CSI: NY and Ghost Whisperer. She also played Stephanie Goodison on Syfy's Warehouse 13 and portrayed Lana Turner in 2001's Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows.
Booth was born in Oakville, Ontario and attended T. A. Blakelock High School, graduating in 1998 prior to beginning her film career.
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Tracey Walter (born November 25, 1947) is an American character actor. He has appeared in over 100 films and television shows.
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Kirk Baily (born February 2, 1963 in New York City, New York) is an American actor and voice actor.
He is best known for his role as Kevin "Ug" Lee in the Nickelodeon sitcom, Salute Your Shorts. He is also an accomplished voice actor who has appeared in anime and video games. He also does ADR looping for film and television.
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Joyce Guy is an American stage and screen actress, dancer, director and choreographer. She holds a BS in Drama Education from Hampton University, Virginia, USA.
Mark Armand Famiglietti is an actor and writer, known for Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003), Secret in Their Eyes (2015) and Premonition (2007).
Sam Rubin (February 16, 1960 - May 10, 2024) was was the entertainment anchor for the KTLA Morning News in Los Angeles, the #1 rated daily newscast in Southern California and a founding member of the Critics Choice Association. Over the years, he appeared in many film and television shows, almost always playing some version of himself.
Mary Pat Gleason (February 23, 1950 - June 2, 2020) was an American film and television actress. From 1983–85 she appeared on The Guiding Light as Jane Hogan.
Since the early 1980s she appeared on such television series as Full House, Murphy Brown, Empty Nest, L.A. Law, Saved by the Bell, Murder, She Wrote, Friends, Step by Step, Suddenly Susan, Will & Grace, Sex and the City, Desperate Housewives, Family Matters, NCIS: Los Angeles, The Middleman, Up All Night, 1600 Penn, Motive, and Baby Daddy.
She appeared in such feature films as I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry, Basic Instinct, Traffic, Bruce Almighty, 13 Going on 30, The Crucible, Bottle Shock, A Cinderella Story, and The Island.
Larry Michael Hankin is an American character actor, performer, director, comedian and producer. He is known for his major film roles as Charley Butts in Escape from Alcatraz (1979), Ace in Running Scared (1986), and Carl Alphonse in Billy Madison (1995). He had smaller roles as Doobie in Planes, Trains and Automobiles, Sergeant Balzak in Home Alone, Mr. Heckles in Friends, and Joe in Breaking Bad.
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Lucy Chet DeVito (born March 11, 1983, height 4' 11" (1,5 m)) is an American actress and daughter of actors Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman. She was born in New York City and grew up in Los Angeles, California, along with her sister Grace DeVito (born March 1985) and her brother Jacob Devito (born October 1987). She starred as Anne Frank in a production of Anne Frank at the Intiman Theatre in Seattle, Washington, in 2008. Her first important movie role was in 2009 in the film Leaves of Grass with Edward Norton.
