Best in Show
“Some pets deserve a little more respect than others.”
Synopsis
The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as hundreds of eager contestants from across America prepare to take part in what is undoubtedly one of the greatest events of their lives -- the Mayflower Dog Show. The canine contestants and their owners are as wondrously diverse as the great country that has bred them.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2020-02-24
Top Cast
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Bob Balaban
Dr. Theodore W. Millbank, III
Jennifer Coolidge
Sherri Ann Cabot
Christopher Guest
Harlan Pepper
John Michael Higgins
Scott Donlan
Michael Hitchcock
Hamilton Swan
Eugene Levy
Gerry Fleck
Jane Lynch
Christy Cummings
Michael McKean
Stefan Vanderhoof
Catherine O'Hara
Cookie Fleck
Parker Posey
Meg Swan
Fred Willard
Buck Laughlin
Ed Begley Jr.
Hotel Manager
Patrick Cranshaw
Leslie Ward Cabot
Linda Kash
Fay Berman
Don Lake
Graham Chissolm
Larry Miller
Max Berman
Jim Piddock
Trevor Beckwith
Jay Brazeau
Chuck Nelken
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 29, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 10, 2001
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christopher Guest
- Screenplay & Story
- Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy
- Original Score
- CJ Vanston
- Original Title
- Best in Show
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Castle Rock Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christopher Guest
Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy
CJ Vanston
Roberto Schaefer
Robert Leighton
Karen Murphy, Gordon Mark
Department Leadership Roster
Christopher Guest
Director
Karen Murphy
Producer
CJ Vanston
Original Music Composer
Roberto Schaefer
Director of Photography
Dave Alexander
Stunt Coordinator
Robert Leighton
Editor
Monique Prudhomme
Costume Design
Joseph T. Garrity
Production Design
Christopher Guest
Writer
Eugene Levy
Writer
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Best in Show
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What is Best in Show about?
The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as hundreds of eager contestants from across America prepare to take part in what is undoubtedly one of the greatest events of their lives -- the Mayflower Dog Show. The canine contestants and their owners are as wondrously diverse as the great country that has bred them.
Who directed Best in Show?
Best in Show was directed by Christopher Guest.
Who stars in Best in Show?
The principal cast of Best in Show includes Bob Balaban, Jennifer Coolidge, Christopher Guest, John Michael Higgins, Michael Hitchcock.
When was Best in Show released and how long is it?
Best in Show was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Best in Show?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Best in Show was composed by CJ Vanston.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Best in Show?
Best in Show holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).