The Sham
Synopsis
A workaholic Brit employed at an upscale New York hotel needs a wife for appearances, so he strikes a deal with a struggling stand-up comic who is desperate for health insurance. Their fake marriage starts as a transaction – but ends in a hilariously unexpected romance.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Merchant
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephen Merchant, John Butler
- Original Title
- The Sham
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Amazon MGM Studios, Point Grey Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Merchant
Stephen Merchant, John Butler
Lee Eisenberg, Stephen Merchant, Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, James Weaver
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Merchant
Director
Stephen Merchant
Screenplay
John Butler
Screenplay
Lee Eisenberg
Producer
Stephen Merchant
Producer
Seth Rogen
Producer
Evan Goldberg
Producer
James Weaver
Producer
Josh Fagen
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sham
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Sham about?
A workaholic Brit employed at an upscale New York hotel needs a wife for appearances, so he strikes a deal with a struggling stand-up comic who is desperate for health insurance. Their fake marriage starts as a transaction – but ends in a hilariously unexpected romance.
Who directed The Sham?
The Sham was directed by Stephen Merchant.
Who stars in The Sham?
The principal cast of The Sham includes Stephen Merchant, Cameron Diaz, Josh Segarra, Sherry Cola, Fabrizio Guido.
When was The Sham released and how long is it?
The Sham was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of Unknown.