The Mesmerist
Synopsis
Based on an Edgar Allan Poe story, this film tells the grimly comic tale of a bad-tempered old man (Howard Hesseman) who cheats death, only to go on tormenting the living. When a medical experiment leaves the grouch hovering between life and death (and able to describe the world beyond), things get tricky for his daughter (Jessica Capshaw) and her beau (Neil Patrick Harris, of "Doogie Howser, M.D." fame), who can't get their hands on his estate.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 11, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gil Cates Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael A. Goorjian, Ron Marasco
- Original Score
- Brahm Wenger
- Original Title
- The Mesmerist
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Roxbury Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gil Cates Jr.
Michael A. Goorjian, Ron Marasco, Edgar Allan Poe
Brahm Wenger
Thomas M. Harting
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas M. Harting
Director of Photography
Michael A. Goorjian
Screenplay
Ron Marasco
Screenplay
Gil Cates Jr.
Director
Brahm Wenger
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mesmerist
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What is The Mesmerist about?
Based on an Edgar Allan Poe story, this film tells the grimly comic tale of a bad-tempered old man (Howard Hesseman) who cheats death, only to go on tormenting the living. When a medical experiment leaves the grouch hovering between life and death (and able to describe the world beyond), things get tricky for his daughter (Jessica Capshaw) and her beau (Neil Patrick Harris, of "Doogie Howser, M.D." fame), who can't get their hands on his estate.
Who directed The Mesmerist?
The Mesmerist was directed by Gil Cates Jr..
Who stars in The Mesmerist?
The principal cast of The Mesmerist includes Neil Patrick Harris, Jessica Capshaw, Jason Carter, Howard Hesseman, Jo Champa.
When was The Mesmerist released and how long is it?
The Mesmerist was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Mesmerist?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mesmerist was composed by Brahm Wenger.