Waking Up in Reno
“This foursome is sharing lots more than room service!”
Synopsis
Candy and Lonnie Earl are just crazy about each other. The problem: she's married to Roy and he's married to Darlene. So far it's been a secret affair. But that's about to change, because this foursome is driving cross-country and headed for some big surprises.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Waking Up In Reno - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-10-07
Top Cast
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Natasha Richardson
Darlene Dodd
Charlize Theron
Candy Kirkendall
Billy Bob Thornton
Lonnie Earl Dodd
Patrick Swayze
Roy Kirkendall
David Koechner
Bell Hop
Penélope Cruz
Brenda
Holmes Osborne
Doc Tuley
Chelcie Ross
Fred Bush
Cleo King
June
Billy O'Sullivan
Lonnie Earl III
Brent Briscoe
Russell Whitehead
Kelsey Chapman
Lacy Dodd
Galvin Chapman
Lane Dodd
Mark Fauser
Boyd
Jo Harvey Allen
Waitress at Big Texan
Rebecca Chace
Hospital Nurse
Tony Orlando
Self
Wayne Federman
Ronnie the Rooster
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 13, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 9, 2003
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$262K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jordan Brady
- Screenplay & Story
- Brent Briscoe, Mark Fauser
- Original Score
- Marty Stuart
- Original Title
- Waking Up in Reno
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Worldwide Gross
- $262K
- Production Studios
- Miramax
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jordan Brady
Brent Briscoe, Mark Fauser
Marty Stuart
William A. Fraker
Lisa Zeno Churgin
Ben Myron, Robert Salerno, Dwight Yoakam, Bob Weinstein, Harvey Weinstein
Department Leadership Roster
Jordan Brady
Director
Brent Briscoe
Writer
Mark Fauser
Writer
Buddy Van Horn
Stunt Coordinator
Ben Myron
Producer
Robert Salerno
Producer
Dwight Yoakam
Producer
William A. Fraker
Director of Photography
Lisa Zeno Churgin
Editor
Marty Stuart
Original Music Composer
Jeannine Oppewall
Production Design
Doug Hall
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 Waking Up in Reno
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What is Waking Up in Reno about?
Candy and Lonnie Earl are just crazy about each other. The problem: she's married to Roy and he's married to Darlene. So far it's been a secret affair. But that's about to change, because this foursome is driving cross-country and headed for some big surprises.
Who directed Waking Up in Reno?
Waking Up in Reno was directed by Jordan Brady.
Who stars in Waking Up in Reno?
The principal cast of Waking Up in Reno includes Natasha Richardson, Charlize Theron, Billy Bob Thornton, Patrick Swayze, David Koechner.
When was Waking Up in Reno released and how long is it?
Waking Up in Reno was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
How much did Waking Up in Reno make at the box office?
Waking Up in Reno grossed $262K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Waking Up in Reno?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Waking Up in Reno was composed by Marty Stuart.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Waking Up in Reno?
Waking Up in Reno holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).