The Wrong Man
“Accused of a crime he didn't commit. Obsessed with a woman he couldn't possess.”
Synopsis
US merchant sailor Alex Walker is stranded in Mexico, penniless and wanted by the police. He meets and joins up with an unlikely couple - ageing but likeable shit Phillip Mills and young sexy, frustated wife Missy. The three develop a curiously inter-dependent relationship. Meanwhile, Police Captain Diaz and Detective Ortega are closing in and the plot circle is closed at Tapachula rail station amidst a stack of mistakes and wrong decisions.
Top Cast
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Rosanna Arquette
Missy Mills
Kevin Anderson
Alex Walker
John Lithgow
Phillip Mills
Jorge Cervera Jr.
Captain Diaz
Robert Harper
Felix Crawley
Dolores Heredia
Rosita
Ernesto Laguardia
Detective Ortega
José Escandón
Paco Morayta
Gerardo Zepeda
Pedro Altamirano
Anilú Pardo
Alejandro Bracho
lidia guzman
fabiola zapiai
Loló Navarro
Rodolfo de Alejandre
Affonso Beato
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 5, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim McBride
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Thoma
- Original Score
- Los Lobos
- Original Title
- The Wrong Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Viacom Productions, Beattie/Chesser, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim McBride
Michael Thoma, Roy Carlson
Los Lobos
Affonso Beato
Lisa Zeno Churgin
Alan Beattie, Chris Chesser, Frederick Schneier
Department Leadership Roster
Jim McBride
Director
Michael Thoma
Screenplay
Alan Beattie
Producer
Chris Chesser
Producer
Affonso Beato
Director of Photography
Jeannine Oppewall
Production Design
Lisa Zeno Churgin
Editor
Rudy Dillon
Costume Design
Tracy Tynan
Costume Design
Los Lobos
Original Music Composer
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 Wrong Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Wrong Man about?
US merchant sailor Alex Walker is stranded in Mexico, penniless and wanted by the police. He meets and joins up with an unlikely couple - ageing but likeable shit Phillip Mills and young sexy, frustated wife Missy. The three develop a curiously inter-dependent relationship. Meanwhile, Police Captain Diaz and Detective Ortega are closing in and the plot circle is closed at Tapachula rail station amidst a stack of mistakes and wrong decisions.
Who directed The Wrong Man?
The Wrong Man was directed by Jim McBride.
Who stars in The Wrong Man?
The principal cast of The Wrong Man includes Rosanna Arquette, Kevin Anderson, John Lithgow, Jorge Cervera Jr., Robert Harper.
When was The Wrong Man released and how long is it?
The Wrong Man was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for The Wrong Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Wrong Man was composed by Los Lobos.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Wrong Man?
The Wrong Man holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).