The Chameleon
“How do you know what you see is really the truth?”
Synopsis
The amazing true story of Frédéric Bourdin, who after having plundered all the centers for runaway minors and deliquents in Europe, even thought he has come of age, now passes himself off as Nicholas Barclay, a 13-year-old American who had vanished three years ago. To his astonishment, Nicholas's family welcomes him like their son, leaving Interpol and the FBI aghast. It is the beginning of a race against time for the investigators, family and Bourdin. But who is manipulating whom? And who is Frederic Bourdin in reality?
Top Cast
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Marc-André Grondin
Frédéric Fortin / Nicholas Mark Randall
Famke Janssen
Jennifer Johnson
Nick Stahl
Brendan Kerrigan
Emilie de Ravin
Kathy Jansen
Ellen Barkin
Kimberly Miller
Tory Kittles
Dan Price
Brian Geraghty
Brian Jansen
Silas Cooper
BR. PD Cop B
Estelle Larrivaz
Female Gendarme
James DuMont
B.R.P.D. Cop A
Katy Peppard
Girl #2 (as Katy Preppard)
Lance E. Nichols
FBI Doctor (as Lance Nichols)
Lindsay Soileau
Girl #1 (as Lindsey Soileau)
Nick Chinlund
Mitch
Ritchie Montgomery
Diner Owner (as Ritchie Montgomerey)
Xavier Beauvois
Gendarme
Sean M. Blanchard
Spanish Orphan Boy (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 8, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Paul Salomé
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean-Paul Salomé, Natalie Carter
- Original Title
- The Chameleon
- Country of Origin
- Canada, France, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish, French
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Lleju Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Paul Salomé
Jean-Paul Salomé, Natalie Carter
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Paul Salomé
Director
Jean-Paul Salomé
Writer
Natalie Carter
Writer
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 The Chameleon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Chameleon about?
The amazing true story of Frédéric Bourdin, who after having plundered all the centers for runaway minors and deliquents in Europe, even thought he has come of age, now passes himself off as Nicholas Barclay, a 13-year-old American who had vanished three years ago. To his astonishment, Nicholas's family welcomes him like their son, leaving Interpol and the FBI aghast. It is the beginning of a race against time for the investigators, family and Bourdin. But who is manipulating whom? And who is Frederic Bourdin in reality?
Who directed The Chameleon?
The Chameleon was directed by Jean-Paul Salomé.
Who stars in The Chameleon?
The principal cast of The Chameleon includes Marc-André Grondin, Famke Janssen, Nick Stahl, Emilie de Ravin, Ellen Barkin.
When was The Chameleon released and how long is it?
The Chameleon was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Chameleon?
The Chameleon holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).