New York City Serenade
“Good friends are hard to find.”
Synopsis
Two down on their luck childhood friends struggle to figure out their lives. Ray a drummer in a rock and roll band, and Owen an aspiring film maker spend most of their time working menial jobs and drinking. When Owen's fiancé Lynn breaks off their engagement he finds himself spiraling, and allows Ray to come along with him to a two bit film festival he has been invited to in Kansas. There Owen makes several attempts to patch up his relationship, while Ray scams them into a deluxe suite at the local Four Seasons hotel by posing as Wally Shawn's son (who happens to be receiving a lifetime achievement award) and generally causes a major ruckus. By the end, Owen decides to make some changes in their relationship and in his life.
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NEW YORK CITY SERENADE - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-02-25
Top Cast
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Freddie Prinze Jr.
Owen
Chris Klein
Ray
Jamie-Lynn Sigler
Lynn
Ben Schwartz
Russ
Christoper DeBlasio
Ben
Emma Bell
Melinda
Sophie Nyweide
Francie
Emma Nettleton
Karen
Todd Barry
Smark
Kate Bayley
Condiments Girl
Alexander Chaplin
Terry
Joanna Chilcoat
Girl #1 (Dawn)
Chase Coleman
Jock 1
Raymond De Felitta
Chuck P. Solizo
Nada Despotovich
Miss Lormph
Tony Devon
Glenn
Abigail Forman
Becky
James Gale
Clerk
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 9, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Whaley
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Whaley
- Original Score
- Ed Harcourt
- Original Title
- New York City Serenade
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- IKM Productions, Anchor Bay Entertainment, Archer Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Whaley
Frank Whaley
Ed Harcourt
Ryan Samul
Miran Miošić
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Whaley
Writer
Frank Whaley
Director
Ryan Samul
Director of Photography
Miran Miošić
Editor
Ed Harcourt
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 New York City Serenade
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What is New York City Serenade about?
Two down on their luck childhood friends struggle to figure out their lives. Ray a drummer in a rock and roll band, and Owen an aspiring film maker spend most of their time working menial jobs and drinking. When Owen's fiancé Lynn breaks off their engagement he finds himself spiraling, and allows Ray to come along with him to a two bit film festival he has been invited to in Kansas. There Owen makes several attempts to patch up his relationship, while Ray scams them into a deluxe suite at the local Four Seasons hotel by posing as Wally Shawn's son (who happens to be receiving a lifetime achievement award) and generally causes a major ruckus. By the end, Owen decides to make some changes in their relationship and in his life.
Who directed New York City Serenade?
New York City Serenade was directed by Frank Whaley.
Who stars in New York City Serenade?
The principal cast of New York City Serenade includes Freddie Prinze Jr., Chris Klein, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Ben Schwartz, Christoper DeBlasio.
When was New York City Serenade released and how long is it?
New York City Serenade was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for New York City Serenade?
The original motion picture soundtrack for New York City Serenade was composed by Ed Harcourt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for New York City Serenade?
New York City Serenade holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).