Movie

The Spanish Prisoner

“It's the oldest con in the book.”

★ 6.8(314)19971h 50m

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Good to know

Director: David Mamet
Release date: 1997-12-03
Runtime: 1h 50m
Language: English
Box office: $13,835,130
Budget: $10,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Sweetland Films

The Spanish Prisoner — trailer

About The Spanish Prisoner

The Spanish Prisoner is a 1997 movie in the Drama, Mystery and Thriller genres, directed by David Mamet, starring Steve Martin, Campbell Scott and Ben Gazzara. It has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 314 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Spanish Prisoner in Malaysia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An inventor of a secret process suddenly finds himself alone as both his friends and the corporation he works for turn against him.

Cast

Steve Martin

Jimmy Dell

Campbell Scott

Joe Ross

Ben Gazzara

Mr. Klein

Rebecca Pidgeon

Susan Ricci

Ricky Jay

George Lang

Felicity Huffman

Pat McCune

David Pittu

Resort Manager

J.J. Johnston

Doorman

Ed O'Neill

FBI Team Leader

Clark Gregg

FBI Sniper

Tony Mamet

FBI Agent Levy

Jack Wallace

Sanitation Man

Themes & keywords

confidenceinventionsistercon gamecorporationneo-noirprocess

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Spanish Prisoner in Malaysia?+

The Spanish Prisoner is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Malaysia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Spanish Prisoner on Netflix?+

The Spanish Prisoner is not on Netflix in Malaysia right now.

How long is The Spanish Prisoner?+

The Spanish Prisoner has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

Who stars in The Spanish Prisoner?+

The Spanish Prisoner stars Steve Martin, Campbell Scott, Ben Gazzara, Rebecca Pidgeon and Ricky Jay.

When did The Spanish Prisoner come out?+

The Spanish Prisoner is a 1997 movie directed by David Mamet.

What genre is The Spanish Prisoner?+

The Spanish Prisoner is Drama, Mystery and Thriller film.

Who directed The Spanish Prisoner?+

The Spanish Prisoner was directed by David Mamet.