The Prime Gig
“Too much is never enough.”
Synopsis
Pendelton "Penny" Wise is a smooth-talking con-artist who scams people with phoney travel comp vacations over the phone when, desperate for more fast cash, he's called to work for a shady, veteran con businessman Kelly Grant. The situation takes a turn for the worst when Penny begins a relationship with Grant's mistress, Caitlin.
Top Cast
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Vince Vaughn
Pendelton Wise
Julia Ormond
Caitlin Carlson
Ed Harris
Kelly Grant
Rory Cochrane
Joel
Wallace Shawn
Gene
Stephen Tobolowsky
Mick
George Wendt
Archie
J.J. Johnston
Lloyd
Jeannetta Arnette
Cheryl
Shishir Kurup
Sujat
Tom Wright
Marvin Sanders
Romany Malco
Zeke
Brian George
Nasser
Amber Benson
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Christina Cabot
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Marjorie Lovett
Evelyn
Randy Sklar
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Jason Sklar
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Source: IMDB (Venice Film Festival)
Festival / Special Debut
April 24, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory Mosher
- Screenplay & Story
- William Wheeler
- Original Score
- David Robbins
- Original Title
- The Prime Gig
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Independent Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory Mosher
William Wheeler
David Robbins
John A. Alonzo
James Y. Kwei
Elliot Lewis Rosenblatt, Cary Woods, Gina Mingacci
Department Leadership Roster
Gregory Mosher
Director
James Y. Kwei
Editor
Elliot Lewis Rosenblatt
Producer
William Wheeler
Writer
John A. Alonzo
Director of Photography
Cary Woods
Producer
Richard Hoover
Production Design
Gina Mingacci
Producer
Shay Cunliffe
Costume Design
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 Prime Gig
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Prime Gig about?
Pendelton "Penny" Wise is a smooth-talking con-artist who scams people with phoney travel comp vacations over the phone when, desperate for more fast cash, he's called to work for a shady, veteran con businessman Kelly Grant. The situation takes a turn for the worst when Penny begins a relationship with Grant's mistress, Caitlin.
Who directed The Prime Gig?
The Prime Gig was directed by Gregory Mosher.
Who stars in The Prime Gig?
The principal cast of The Prime Gig includes Vince Vaughn, Julia Ormond, Ed Harris, Rory Cochrane, Wallace Shawn.
When was The Prime Gig released and how long is it?
The Prime Gig was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for The Prime Gig?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Prime Gig was composed by David Robbins.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Prime Gig?
The Prime Gig holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).