The Slammin' Salmon
“Bring a bib, it's gonna get messy.”
Synopsis
The brutal former heavyweight boxing champion Cleon "Slammin'" Salmon (Duncan), now owner of a Miami restaurant, institutes a competition to see which waiter can earn the most money in one night: the winner stands to gain $10,000, while the loser will endure a beating at the hands of the champ.
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The Slammin' Salmon (2009) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Top Cast
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Michael Clarke Duncan
Cleon Salmon
Jay Chandrasekhar
Nuts
Kevin Heffernan
Rich Parente
Steve Lemme
Connor
Erik Stolhanske
Guy
Paul Soter
Dave / Donnie
Cobie Smulders
Tara
Will Forte
Horace the Lone Diner
Carla Gallo
Stacy
April Bowlby
Mia
Jeff Chase
Anthony
Michael Yurchak
Jamie the Line Chef
Nat Faxon
Carl the Manager
Olivia Munn
Samara Dubois
Jolie Martin
Waitress
Vivica A. Fox
Nutella
Morgan Fairchild
Morgan Fairchild
Lance Henriksen
Dick Lobo
Release History & Theatrical Window
Slamdance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 11, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 5, 2010
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$60K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin Heffernan
- Screenplay & Story
- John Dillon, Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter, Erik Stolhanske
- Original Title
- The Slammin' Salmon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Russian, English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Worldwide Gross
- $60K
- Production Studios
- Broken Lizard Industries
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin Heffernan
John Dillon, Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter, Erik Stolhanske
Robert Barocci
Brad Katz
Julia Dray
Department Leadership Roster
Kevin Heffernan
Director
Jay Chandrasekhar
Writer
Kevin Heffernan
Writer
Steve Lemme
Writer
Paul Soter
Writer
Erik Stolhanske
Writer
Robert Barocci
Director of Photography
Brad Katz
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Slammin' Salmon
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What is The Slammin' Salmon about?
The brutal former heavyweight boxing champion Cleon "Slammin'" Salmon (Duncan), now owner of a Miami restaurant, institutes a competition to see which waiter can earn the most money in one night: the winner stands to gain $10,000, while the loser will endure a beating at the hands of the champ.
Who directed The Slammin' Salmon?
The Slammin' Salmon was directed by Kevin Heffernan.
Who stars in The Slammin' Salmon?
The principal cast of The Slammin' Salmon includes Michael Clarke Duncan, Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Erik Stolhanske.
When was The Slammin' Salmon released and how long is it?
The Slammin' Salmon was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
How much did The Slammin' Salmon make at the box office?
The Slammin' Salmon grossed $60K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Slammin' Salmon?
The Slammin' Salmon holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).