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It's the oldest con in the book. - The Spanish Prisoner
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Title: The Spanish Prisoner

Release Date: 3 Dec 1997

Runtime: 1h 50m

Genre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Director: Sweetland Films, Jean Doumanian Productions, Magnolia Films, Jasmine Productions Inc.

Production Companies: Sweetland Films, Jean Doumanian Productions, Magnolia Films, Jasmine Productions Inc.

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

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.816 (280 votes)

Cast

  • Jimmy Dell: Steve Martin
  • Joe Ross: Campbell Scott
  • Mr. Klein: Ben Gazzara
  • Susan Ricci: Rebecca Pidgeon
  • George Lang: Ricky Jay
  • Pat McCune: Felicity Huffman
  • Resort Manager: David Pittu
  • Doorman: J.J. Johnston
  • FBI Team Leader: Ed O'Neill
  • FBI Sniper: Clark Gregg
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