Hi-Life
“A romantic comedy for the romantically challenged.”
Synopsis
Jimmy needs $900 to clear a gambling debt but a series of lies leads to Ray trying to raise the cash from friends who owe him money.
Top Cast
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Eric Stoltz
Jimmy
Daryl Hannah
Maggie
Campbell Scott
Ray
Katrin Cartlidge
April
Moira Kelly
Susan
Peter Riegert
Minor
Charles Durning
Fatty
Michelle Durning
Yale
Saundra Santiago
Elena
Carlo Alban
Ricky
David Aaron Baker
Cliff
Tegan West
Phil
Bruce MacVittie
Cluck
Anne DeSalvo
Sherry
Elizabeth Van Dyke
Charlotte
J. Tucker Smith
Adrien
Allison Daugherty Smith
Kristy
J.R. Robinson
Ronny
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 27, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roger Hedden
- Screenplay & Story
- Roger Hedden
- Original Score
- David Lawrence
- Original Title
- Hi-Life
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Lions Gate Films, Gun for Hire Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roger Hedden
Roger Hedden
David Lawrence
John Thomas
Tom McArdle
Department Leadership Roster
Roger Hedden
Director
Roger Hedden
Screenplay
David Lawrence
Original Music Composer
John Thomas
Director of Photography
Tom McArdle
Editor
Sharon Lomofsky
Production Design
Isis Mussenden
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hi-Life.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hi-Life
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hi-Life about?
Jimmy needs $900 to clear a gambling debt but a series of lies leads to Ray trying to raise the cash from friends who owe him money.
Who directed Hi-Life?
Hi-Life was directed by Roger Hedden.
Who stars in Hi-Life?
The principal cast of Hi-Life includes Eric Stoltz, Daryl Hannah, Campbell Scott, Katrin Cartlidge, Moira Kelly.
When was Hi-Life released and how long is it?
Hi-Life was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Hi-Life?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hi-Life was composed by David Lawrence.