Chain of Fools
“Why should smart people get all the money?”
Synopsis
An avid detective is assigned to investigate the heist of a batch of precious coins that end up in the hands of a suicidal barber.
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Chain of FoolsOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-07-31
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Steve Zahn
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Salma Hayek Pinault
Kolko
Elijah Wood
Mikey
Jeff Goldblum
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David Cross
Andy
Tom Wilkinson
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Orlando Jones
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Kevin Corrigan
Paulie
David Hyde Pierce
Mr. Kerner
Lara Flynn Boyle
Karen
Michael Rapaport
Hitman
John Cassini
Henchman
Ted Kozma
Brian
Myndy Crist
Jeannie
Craig Ferguson
Melander Stevens
Devin Douglas Drewitz
Scottie
Dmitry Chepovetsky
Dr. Welby
Danny Dworkis
Snotty Man
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 15, 2005
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$20M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Patrick von Krusenstjerna, Pontus Löwenhielm
- Screenplay & Story
- Bix Skahill
- Original Score
- David A. Hughes, John Murphy
- Original Title
- Chain of Fools
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Budget
- $20M
- Production Studios
- Bel Air Entertainment, City Block Productions, Lord-Weaver, Shiny Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Patrick von Krusenstjerna, Pontus Löwenhielm
Bix Skahill
David A. Hughes, John Murphy
Frederick Elmes
Harvey Rosenstock
Steven Reuther, Matt Weaver, Charles Block, Happy Walters, Tony Lord
Department Leadership Roster
Bix Skahill
Writer
Patrick von Krusenstjerna
Director
Pontus Löwenhielm
Director
Harvey Rosenstock
Editor
David A. Hughes
Original Music Composer
Matt Weaver
Producer
John Murphy
Original Music Composer
Mary Claire Hannan
Costume Design
Happy Walters
Producer
Gary Frutkoff
Production Design
Tony Lord
Producer
Frederick Elmes
Director of Photography
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.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chain of Fools
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What is Chain of Fools about?
An avid detective is assigned to investigate the heist of a batch of precious coins that end up in the hands of a suicidal barber.
Who directed Chain of Fools?
Chain of Fools was directed by Patrick von Krusenstjerna, Pontus Löwenhielm.
Who stars in Chain of Fools?
The principal cast of Chain of Fools includes Steve Zahn, Salma Hayek Pinault, Elijah Wood, Jeff Goldblum, David Cross.
When was Chain of Fools released and how long is it?
Chain of Fools was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Chain of Fools?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Chain of Fools was composed by David A. Hughes, John Murphy.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Chain of Fools?
Chain of Fools holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).