Small Vices
“He's already died once. Tomorrow he'll give it another shot.”
Synopsis
Bested on the best-selling novel by author Robert B. Parker, Joe Mantegna is Spenser - Boston's best-known private eye. Called upon to investigate a case of murder, corruption, and betrayal, the super sleuth finds himself marked for death and on the run from a ruthless international assassin.
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Top Cast
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Joe Mantegna
Spenser
Eugene Lipinski
Grey Man / Rugar
Laila Robins
Rita Fiore
Chris Britton
Partner #1
Marcia Gay Harden
Susan Silverman
Shiek Mahmud-Bey
Hawk
Wood Harris
Ellis Alves
Marcia Bennett
Mrs. Henderson
Joanna Miles
Evans
Scott Wickware
Captain Healy
Dean McDermott
Tommy Miller
Topaz Hasfal-Schou
Lila
Vincent Guastaferro
Gino Fish
Vinny Vella
Vinnie
Lara Wickes
Glenda Baker McMartin (as Lara Boyd Rhodes)
Jeff Clarke
Hunt McMartin
Frank Crudele
Bruce Parisi
Kevin Rushton
Arena Thug #1
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Markowitz
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert B. Parker
- Original Score
- David Shire
- Original Title
- Small Vices
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Brandman Productions, Jaffe / Braunstein Entertainment, A+E Global Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Markowitz
Robert B. Parker
David Shire
Ronald Víctor García
David Beatty
Delia Fine, Michael Jaffe, David Coatsworth, Michael Brandman
Department Leadership Roster
David Coatsworth
Producer
Ronald Víctor García
Director of Photography
Christiaan Wagener
Production Design
David Beatty
Editor
Vicki Graef
Costume Design
Robert Racki
Stunt Coordinator
Branko Racki
Stunt Coordinator
Robert Markowitz
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Small Vices
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What is Small Vices about?
Bested on the best-selling novel by author Robert B. Parker, Joe Mantegna is Spenser - Boston's best-known private eye. Called upon to investigate a case of murder, corruption, and betrayal, the super sleuth finds himself marked for death and on the run from a ruthless international assassin.
Who directed Small Vices?
Small Vices was directed by Robert Markowitz.
Who stars in Small Vices?
The principal cast of Small Vices includes Joe Mantegna, Eugene Lipinski, Laila Robins, Chris Britton, Marcia Gay Harden.
When was Small Vices released and how long is it?
Small Vices was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Small Vices?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Small Vices was composed by David Shire.
Is Small Vices based on a book or true story?
Small Vices is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Robert B. Parker".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Small Vices?
Small Vices holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).