The Wannabe
“Respect isn't earned. It's stolen.”
Synopsis
Based on true events, The Wannabe, a story about Thomas, a man obsessed with Mafia culture during the 1990s in New York City. When Thomas’s failed attempts to fix the trial of infamous mobster John Gotti gets him rejected by the people he idolizes most, he sets off on a drug infused crime spree with his girlfriend and longtime mob groupie, Rose, by brazenly robbing the local Mafia hangouts.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Wannabe Official Trailer 1 (2015) - Patricia Arquette, David Zayas Movie HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-10-23
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Vincent Piazza
Thomas
Patricia Arquette
Rose
Michael Imperioli
Alphonse
David Zayas
Pablo Guzman
Domenick Lombardozzi
Mickey
Mike Starr
Jerry
Nick Sandow
Anthony
Doug E. Doug
The Twin
George Carroll
Bruce Cutler
Vincenzo Amato
Richie
Joseph Siravo
John Gotti
Daniel Sauli
Curtis Sliwa
Neal Huff
Judge Glasser
Adriana DeMeo
Annie
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 4, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 29, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Sandow
- Screenplay & Story
- Nick Sandow
- Original Title
- The Wannabe
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Traction Media, Electric Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nick Sandow
Nick Sandow
Brett Pawlak
Melody London
Martin Scorsese
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Sandow
Director
Melody London
Editor
Nick Sandow
Writer
Brett Pawlak
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wannabe
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What is The Wannabe about?
Based on true events, The Wannabe, a story about Thomas, a man obsessed with Mafia culture during the 1990s in New York City. When Thomas’s failed attempts to fix the trial of infamous mobster John Gotti gets him rejected by the people he idolizes most, he sets off on a drug infused crime spree with his girlfriend and longtime mob groupie, Rose, by brazenly robbing the local Mafia hangouts.
Who directed The Wannabe?
The Wannabe was directed by Nick Sandow.
Who stars in The Wannabe?
The principal cast of The Wannabe includes Vincent Piazza, Patricia Arquette, Michael Imperioli, David Zayas, Domenick Lombardozzi.
When was The Wannabe released and how long is it?
The Wannabe was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Wannabe?
The Wannabe holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).