Derek Zoolander: Male Model
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The short film that introduces the character of Derek Zoolander, first shown at the 1996 VH1 Fashion Awards.
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Derek Zoolander, Male Model
Type: Clip • Published 2009-06-11
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 31, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Russell Bates
- Screenplay & Story
- Ben Stiller, Drake Sather
- Original Title
- Derek Zoolander: Male Model
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Russell Bates
Ben Stiller, Drake Sather
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Ben Stiller
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Russell Bates
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Drake Sather
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What is Derek Zoolander: Male Model about?
The short film that introduces the character of Derek Zoolander, first shown at the 1996 VH1 Fashion Awards.
Who directed Derek Zoolander: Male Model?
Derek Zoolander: Male Model was directed by Russell Bates.
Who stars in Derek Zoolander: Male Model?
The principal cast of Derek Zoolander: Male Model includes Ben Stiller, Jason Lewis.
When was Derek Zoolander: Male Model released and how long is it?
Derek Zoolander: Male Model was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 3m.