The Settlement
“Dying is a lousy way to make a living.”
Synopsis
Swaggering, womanizing Jerry and his hen-pecked buddy Pat are in a bind: their clients aren't dying fast enough! They buy insurance policies from the terminally ill, and bet on them to kick the bucket on schedule. But their luck is about to change when they meet Barbara, who has a $2million policy and 3 months to live.
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John C. Reilly
Pat
William Fichtner
Jerry
Kelly McGillis
Fake Barbara / Ellie
David Rasche
Denny
Dan Castellaneta
Neal
Bill Bolender
Shamansky
Steve Tyler
Costar
Stuart Pankin
Insurance Agent
Monica Staggs
Real Barbara
Sharon Brathwaite
Receptionist
Carol Mansell
Bookstore Cashier
Jonathan McMurtry
Dr. Van Buren
Joseph K. Steilen
Supportive Friend #1
Nathaniel Steilen
Supportive Friend #2
Richard L. Schnakenberg
Limo Driver
Jeffrey T. Unterkofler
Repo Man
Carrie Jean Yazel
Bartender / Pat's Wife
Leon Michaels
Wheelchair Guy
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Steilen
- Screenplay & Story
- Lawrence H. Toffler, Mark Steilen
- Original Score
- Brian Tyler
- Original Title
- The Settlement
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Dogsmile Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Steilen
Lawrence H. Toffler, Mark Steilen
Brian Tyler
Judy Irola
Fabienne Rawley
Todd Hoffman, Richard L. Schnakenberg, Paul Hertzberg
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Steilen
Director
Judy Irola
Director of Photography
Aaron Osborne
Production Design
Fabienne Rawley
Editor
Todd Hoffman
Producer
Nina Canter
Costume Design
Gary J. Wayton
Stunt Coordinator
Lawrence H. Toffler
Screenplay
Mark Steilen
Screenplay
Brian Tyler
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Settlement
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Settlement about?
Swaggering, womanizing Jerry and his hen-pecked buddy Pat are in a bind: their clients aren't dying fast enough! They buy insurance policies from the terminally ill, and bet on them to kick the bucket on schedule. But their luck is about to change when they meet Barbara, who has a $2million policy and 3 months to live.
Who directed The Settlement?
The Settlement was directed by Mark Steilen.
Who stars in The Settlement?
The principal cast of The Settlement includes John C. Reilly, William Fichtner, Kelly McGillis, David Rasche, Dan Castellaneta.
When was The Settlement released and how long is it?
The Settlement was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for The Settlement?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Settlement was composed by Brian Tyler.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Settlement?
The Settlement holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).