Shoplifters of the World
“Once there was a band called the Smiths...”
Synopsis
1987. Denver, Co. One crazy night in the life of four friends reeling from the sudden demise of iconic British band The Smiths, while the local airwaves are hijacked at gunpoint by an impassioned Smiths fan.
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SHOPLIFTERS OF THE WORLD - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-03-05
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Joe Manganiello
Full Metal Mickey
Ellar Coltrane
Ryan
Helena Howard
Cleo
Elena Kampouris
Sheila
Nick Krause
Billy
James Bloor
Patrick
Olivia Luccardi
Sandi
Cameron Moulène
David
Abby Awe
Rita
Tonatiuh
Brian Briggs
Thomas Lennon
Uncle Dick
Celia Au
Siouxsie Chu
Imani Lewis
Rita
Geraldine Leer
Billy's Mom
Casey Sullivan
Jock #2
Michalina Scorzelli
Cleo's Mother
Sal Rendino
Billy's Dad
Vin Craig
Police Officer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysMarch 26, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 26, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Kijak
- Screenplay & Story
- Lorianne Hall, Stephen Kijak
- Original Score
- Rael Jones
- Original Title
- Shoplifters of the World
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- 3:59, Untitled Entertainment, Oscura Film, Piccadilly Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Kijak
Lorianne Hall, Stephen Kijak
Rael Jones
Andrew Wheeler
Fabienne Bouville, Yaniv Dabach
Giorgio Angelini, Dawn Bierschwal, Brent Brewer, Brett Brewer, Brooke Christian
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Kijak
Director
Stephen Kijak
Writer
Christopher Figg
Producer
Lorianne Hall
Producer
Phil Hoelting
Producer
Joe Manganiello
Producer
Nick Manganiello
Producer
Laura Rister
Producer
Adam Schoon
Producer
Marco Vicini
Producer
Fabienne Bouville
Editor
Yaniv Dabach
Editor
Jesika Farkas
Production Design
Gina Ruiz
Costume Design
Vince Cupone
Stunt Coordinator
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shoplifters of the World
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What is Shoplifters of the World about?
1987. Denver, Co. One crazy night in the life of four friends reeling from the sudden demise of iconic British band The Smiths, while the local airwaves are hijacked at gunpoint by an impassioned Smiths fan.
Who directed Shoplifters of the World?
Shoplifters of the World was directed by Stephen Kijak.
Who stars in Shoplifters of the World?
The principal cast of Shoplifters of the World includes Joe Manganiello, Ellar Coltrane, Helena Howard, Elena Kampouris, Nick Krause.
When was Shoplifters of the World released and how long is it?
Shoplifters of the World was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Shoplifters of the World?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shoplifters of the World was composed by Rael Jones.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shoplifters of the World?
Shoplifters of the World holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).