The Smell of Success
“Don't hold your breath!”
Synopsis
When a tragic accident ends the life of Mr. Rose, the genius behind Rose's Manure Company, the livelihood of its loyal fleet of salesmen threatens to go, as they say, into the toilet. Enter estranged daughter Rosemary, a high-class- cosmetics salesgirl, who steps in to take control. She is not sure she has a nose for the family business, but she is determined to make foul into profit. Little does she know that a ruthless, slick-talking fertilizer rep is plotting a takeover. Whether she likes it or not, she must trust her top salesman, Patrick Fitzpatrick, to devise a plan to regain Rose's rightful position on top of the heap.
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UK Re-Release TrailerOfficial
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Top Cast
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Billy Bob Thornton
Patrick
Téa Leoni
Rosemary Rose
Mark Polish
Thaddeus Young
Ed Helms
Chet Pigford
Kyle MacLachlan
Jimmy St. James
Pruitt Taylor Vince
Cleveland Clod
Frances Conroy
Agnes May
Jon Gries
Early Dunchamp
Richard Edson
Nelly the Nose
D.W. Moffett
Agent Chestnut
Patrick Bauchau
Mr. Rose
Brent Briscoe
Shotgun Farmer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 19, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 20, 2011
VOD & Digital Platforms
June 29, 2011
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$9.6M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Polish
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Polish, Mark Polish
- Original Score
- Stuart Matthewman
- Original Title
- The Smell of Success
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Budget
- $9.6M
- Production Studios
- Initiate Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Polish
Michael Polish, Mark Polish
Stuart Matthewman
M. David Mullen, James Mathers
Janet DuBois, Jonathan Sheldon, Nick Byassee
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Polish
Director
Michael Polish
Writer
Mark Polish
Writer
M. David Mullen
Director of Photography
Janet DuBois
Producer
Jonathan Sheldon
Producer
Scott Leva
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Smell of Success
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What is The Smell of Success about?
When a tragic accident ends the life of Mr. Rose, the genius behind Rose's Manure Company, the livelihood of its loyal fleet of salesmen threatens to go, as they say, into the toilet. Enter estranged daughter Rosemary, a high-class- cosmetics salesgirl, who steps in to take control. She is not sure she has a nose for the family business, but she is determined to make foul into profit. Little does she know that a ruthless, slick-talking fertilizer rep is plotting a takeover. Whether she likes it or not, she must trust her top salesman, Patrick Fitzpatrick, to devise a plan to regain Rose's rightful position on top of the heap.
Who directed The Smell of Success?
The Smell of Success was directed by Michael Polish.
Who stars in The Smell of Success?
The principal cast of The Smell of Success includes Billy Bob Thornton, Téa Leoni, Mark Polish, Ed Helms, Kyle MacLachlan.
When was The Smell of Success released and how long is it?
The Smell of Success was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Smell of Success?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Smell of Success was composed by Stuart Matthewman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Smell of Success?
The Smell of Success holds official age classifications: GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).