The Impostors
“Why be yourself when you can be somebody else?”
Synopsis
Wrongly accused of physically abusing a fellow actor, starving thespians Arthur and Maurice find themselves pursued by the law aboard a cruise ship.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The Impostors Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-05-30
Top Cast
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Oliver Platt
Maurice
Stanley Tucci
Arthur
Walker Jones
Maitre D'
Jessica Walling
Attractive Woman
David Lipman
Baker in Kramer's Pastries
E. Katherine Kerr
Gertrude in "Hamlet"
George Guidall
Claudius in "Hamlet"
William Hill
Bernardo in "Hamlet"
Alfred Molina
Sir Jeremy Burtom
Michael Emerson
Burtom's Assistant
Jack A. O'Connell
Stage Manager
Matt Malloy
Mike / Laertes in "Hamlet"
Ted Blumberg
Francisco in "Hamlet"
Lili Taylor
Lily 'Lil'
Tony Shalhoub
Voltri, First Mate
Teagle F. Bougere
Sheik
Elizabeth Bracco
Pancetta Leaky
Steve Buscemi
Happy Franks
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 2, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2.2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stanley Tucci
- Screenplay & Story
- Stanley Tucci
- Original Score
- Gary DeMichele
- Original Title
- The Impostors
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Worldwide Gross
- $2.2M
- Production Studios
- Fox Searchlight Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stanley Tucci
Stanley Tucci
Gary DeMichele
Ken Kelsch
Suzy Elmiger
Elizabeth W. Alexander, Stanley Tucci, Jonathan Filley
Department Leadership Roster
Stanley Tucci
Writer
Stanley Tucci
Director
G.A. Aguilar
Stunt Coordinator
Gary DeMichele
Original Music Composer
Ken Kelsch
Director of Photography
Elizabeth W. Alexander
Producer
Stanley Tucci
Producer
Suzy Elmiger
Editor
Andrew Jackness
Production Design
Juliet Polcsa
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Impostors
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Impostors about?
Wrongly accused of physically abusing a fellow actor, starving thespians Arthur and Maurice find themselves pursued by the law aboard a cruise ship.
Who directed The Impostors?
The Impostors was directed by Stanley Tucci.
Who stars in The Impostors?
The principal cast of The Impostors includes Oliver Platt, Stanley Tucci, Walker Jones, Jessica Walling, David Lipman.
When was The Impostors released and how long is it?
The Impostors was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
How much did The Impostors make at the box office?
The Impostors grossed $2.2M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Impostors?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Impostors was composed by Gary DeMichele.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Impostors?
The Impostors holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).