Second Best
“Failure is a bond that's hard to break.”
Synopsis
Jealousy overwhelms a group of friends, particularly struggling writer Elliot, as they prepare for the homecoming of their old friend, a wildly successful L.A. producer.
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Trailer for SECOND BEST
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-04-21
Top Cast
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Joe Pantoliano
Elliot
Boyd Gaines
Richard
Peter Gerety
Marshall
Bronson Pinchot
Doc Klingenstein
Matthew Arkin
Gerald
Jennifer Tilly
Carole
Stephen Bogardus
George
Barbara Barrie
Dorothea
Polly Draper
Paula
James Ryan
Danny
Stephen Sable
Lum Chin
Damian Young
Robert Stern
Melody Pantoliano
Waitress
Irma St. Paule
Beth
Frank McCombs
Frank
Jacob Weber
Checkout Person
Patricia Hearst
Alana
Fiona Gallagher
Tiffany
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Weber
- Screenplay & Story
- Eric Weber
- Original Score
- John Leccese, Tom O'Brien, Joe Weber, Nathan Wilson
- Original Title
- Second Best
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Tenafly Film Company, Keep Your Head Productions, Second Best Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Weber
Eric Weber
John Leccese, Tom O'Brien, Joe Weber, Nathan Wilson
Christopher Norr
Craig Cobb
Anthony Katagas, Callum Greene, Joe Pantoliano
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Weber
Director
Eric Weber
Writer
Anthony Katagas
Producer
Callum Greene
Producer
Joe Pantoliano
Producer
Christopher Norr
Director of Photography
Craig Cobb
Editor
John Nyomarkay
Production Design
Kitty Boots
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Second Best
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What is Second Best about?
Jealousy overwhelms a group of friends, particularly struggling writer Elliot, as they prepare for the homecoming of their old friend, a wildly successful L.A. producer.
Who directed Second Best?
Second Best was directed by Eric Weber.
Who stars in Second Best?
The principal cast of Second Best includes Joe Pantoliano, Boyd Gaines, Peter Gerety, Bronson Pinchot, Matthew Arkin.
When was Second Best released and how long is it?
Second Best was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Second Best?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Second Best was composed by John Leccese, Tom O'Brien, Joe Weber, Nathan Wilson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Second Best?
Second Best holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).