Missing Pieces
“The Hilarious Comedy About Two Cookies In Search Of A Fortune”
Synopsis
As sole heir to a relative's estate, Wendel is surprised to learn that the only thing he's been left is a riddle. However, he and his musician friend, Lou, are soon thrust into a comic chase, as an assortment of unsavoury characters, underworld figures, and even private investigators, are after them for the inheritance - and they don't know what it is!
Top Cast
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Eric Idle
Wendel
Robert Wuhl
Lou Wimpol
Bob Gunton
Mr Gabor
Lauren Hutton
Jennifer
Donald Gibb
Hurrudnik
Janice Lynde
Marion
James Hong
Chang
Richard Belzer
Baldesari
Bernie Kopell
Dr. Gutman
Kim Lankford
Sally
Leslie Jordan
Krause
Louis Zorich
Ochenko
John de Lancie
Paul / Walter Thackary
Darryl Chan
Young Chinese Man
Stacey Logan
Elissa Dandridge
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 8, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leonard B. Stern
- Screenplay & Story
- Leonard B. Stern
- Original Score
- Marvin Hamlisch
- Original Title
- Missing Pieces
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- BBC, Chestermead, HBO
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leonard B. Stern
Leonard B. Stern
Marvin Hamlisch
Peter Stein
Evan A. Lottman
Aaron Russo
Department Leadership Roster
Leonard B. Stern
Director
Leonard B. Stern
Writer
Marvin Hamlisch
Original Music Composer
Evan A. Lottman
Editor
Peter Stein
Director of Photography
Michael Z. Hanan
Production Design
Aaron Russo
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Missing Pieces
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Missing Pieces about?
As sole heir to a relative's estate, Wendel is surprised to learn that the only thing he's been left is a riddle. However, he and his musician friend, Lou, are soon thrust into a comic chase, as an assortment of unsavoury characters, underworld figures, and even private investigators, are after them for the inheritance - and they don't know what it is!
Who directed Missing Pieces?
Missing Pieces was directed by Leonard B. Stern.
Who stars in Missing Pieces?
The principal cast of Missing Pieces includes Eric Idle, Robert Wuhl, Bob Gunton, Lauren Hutton, Donald Gibb.
When was Missing Pieces released and how long is it?
Missing Pieces was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Missing Pieces?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Missing Pieces was composed by Marvin Hamlisch.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Missing Pieces?
Missing Pieces holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).