The Amateurs
Synopsis
Sex sells in America and these guys know it. The Amateurs follows a small town band of loveable losers who hit upon an idea that can make their dreams and fantasies come true. Thinking they've found the road to riches and fame they decide to make the world's most innocent adult film. Everyman's fantasy turns into a hilarious misadventure when they find they're in way over their heads.
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The Amateurs (2005) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-01-21
Top Cast
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Jeff Bridges
Andy Sargentee
Tim Blake Nelson
Barney Macklehatton
Joe Pantoliano
Some Idiot
Ted Danson
Moose
William Fichtner
Otis
Patrick Fugit
Emmett
John Hawkes
Moe
Brad William Henke
Ron
Dawn Didawick
Clara
Glenne Headly
Helen Tatelbaum
Tom Bower
Floyd
Jayne Taini
Mrs. Morrelli
Lauren Graham
Peggy
Jeanne Tripplehorn
Thelma
Alex D. Linz
Billy
Isaiah Washington
Homer
Steven Weber
Howard
Melinda Dahl
Charlene Pike
Release History & Theatrical Window
Santa Barbara Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 7, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 12, 2008
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Traeger
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Traeger
- Original Score
- Nic. tenBroek
- Original Title
- The Amateurs
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Raygun Productions, First Look International, Qwerty Films, N1 European Film Produktions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Traeger
Michael Traeger
Nic. tenBroek
Denis Maloney
Raúl Dávalos
Aaron Ryder
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Traeger
Director
Michael Traeger
Writer
Aaron Ryder
Producer
Denis Maloney
Director of Photography
Raúl Dávalos
Editor
Bob Ziembicki
Production Design
Ernesto Martinez
Costume Design
Nic. tenBroek
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Amateurs
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What is The Amateurs about?
Sex sells in America and these guys know it. The Amateurs follows a small town band of loveable losers who hit upon an idea that can make their dreams and fantasies come true. Thinking they've found the road to riches and fame they decide to make the world's most innocent adult film. Everyman's fantasy turns into a hilarious misadventure when they find they're in way over their heads.
Who directed The Amateurs?
The Amateurs was directed by Michael Traeger.
Who stars in The Amateurs?
The principal cast of The Amateurs includes Jeff Bridges, Tim Blake Nelson, Joe Pantoliano, Ted Danson, William Fichtner.
When was The Amateurs released and how long is it?
The Amateurs was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Amateurs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Amateurs was composed by Nic. tenBroek.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Amateurs?
The Amateurs holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).