The Sidekick
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Synopsis
As career “sidekick” Max McCabe pushes 40 and his job performance starts to lose its youthful zip, he is unceremoniously fired by his superhero boss and cast adrift in a world that seems to have no use for an aging professional buddy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 18, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael J. Weithorn
- Screenplay & Story
- Rob Benedict
- Original Title
- The Sidekick
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael J. Weithorn
Rob Benedict
Steven Lubensky
Department Leadership Roster
Steven Lubensky
Director of Photography
Rob Benedict
Screenplay
Michael J. Weithorn
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sidekick
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What is The Sidekick about?
As career “sidekick” Max McCabe pushes 40 and his job performance starts to lose its youthful zip, he is unceremoniously fired by his superhero boss and cast adrift in a world that seems to have no use for an aging professional buddy.
Who directed The Sidekick?
The Sidekick was directed by Michael J. Weithorn.
Who stars in The Sidekick?
The principal cast of The Sidekick includes Rob Benedict, Ron Livingston, Lizzy Caplan, Martin Starr, Ike Barinholtz.
When was The Sidekick released and how long is it?
The Sidekick was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 28m.