A Bunch of Amateurs
“They wished for a star, then wished they hadn't”
Synopsis
Jefferson Steel, a washed-up Hollywood action star, is desperate to revive his flagging career. When his sleazy agent signs him up for what he believes is a high-profile Royal Shakespeare Company production of King Lear at Stratford upon Avon, Steel thinks he has finally landed the plum role he has been waiting for. However, he soon discovers that he has been tricked into joining an amateur dramatics group for a charity production.
Top Cast
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Burt Reynolds
Jefferson Steel
Derek Jacobi
Nigel Dewberry
Samantha Bond
Dorothy Nettle
Imelda Staunton
Mary
Alexandra Weaver
Girl on Motorbike
Michael Wildman
Mr. Darcy
Charles Durning
Charlie Rosenberg
Lucy Akhurst
Stewardess
Terence Maynard
London Journalist
Lorraine Ashbourne
Jane Jarvis
Peter Gunn
Frank Dobbins
Alistair Petrie
Rupert Twist
Peter Wight
Mike Bell
Sarah Goldberg
Cinema Girl (uncredited)
Augustina Amoa
Female Airport Goer
John Moraitis
Mr Evans
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andy Cadiff
- Screenplay & Story
- Jonathan Gershfield, Nick Newman, Ian Hislop, John Ross
- Original Score
- Christian Henson
- Original Title
- A Bunch of Amateurs
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Limelight, Isle of Man Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andy Cadiff
Jonathan Gershfield, Nick Newman, Ian Hislop, John Ross
Christian Henson
Ashley Rowe
Mark Thornton
David Parfitt
Department Leadership Roster
Andy Cadiff
Director
Jonathan Gershfield
Writer
David Parfitt
Producer
Nick Newman
Writer
Ian Hislop
Writer
John Ross
Writer
Ashley Rowe
Director of Photography
Mark Thornton
Editor
Christian Henson
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Bunch of Amateurs
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What is A Bunch of Amateurs about?
Jefferson Steel, a washed-up Hollywood action star, is desperate to revive his flagging career. When his sleazy agent signs him up for what he believes is a high-profile Royal Shakespeare Company production of King Lear at Stratford upon Avon, Steel thinks he has finally landed the plum role he has been waiting for. However, he soon discovers that he has been tricked into joining an amateur dramatics group for a charity production.
Who directed A Bunch of Amateurs?
A Bunch of Amateurs was directed by Andy Cadiff.
Who stars in A Bunch of Amateurs?
The principal cast of A Bunch of Amateurs includes Burt Reynolds, Derek Jacobi, Samantha Bond, Imelda Staunton, Alexandra Weaver.
When was A Bunch of Amateurs released and how long is it?
A Bunch of Amateurs was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for A Bunch of Amateurs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Bunch of Amateurs was composed by Christian Henson.