

Frogs for Snakes
“They collect for the mob. But they'd rather act. Expect killer performances.”
Synopsis
A group of unemployed theater actors survive by working as illegal money collectors. The loan shark they are working for owns an Off-Broadway theater. As he decided to play "American Buffalo" there, a bloody battle for the favorite roles begin.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Lisa Marie
Myrna L'Hatsky
Barbara Hershey
Eva Santana
Debi Mazar
Simone
Mike Starr
Crunch Gwiazda
Robbie Coltrane
Al Santana
John DiMaggio
Jersey Kid
Harry Hamlin
Klench
Ian Hart
Quint
John Leguizamo
Zip
José Rafael Arango
Doorman
Nicole Arlyn
Flo
David Cale
Jim
Nick Chinlund
Iggy Schmurtz
David Deblinger
UB
Anthony DeSando
Rilke
Zak Kerkoulas
Augie Santana
Linda Mancini
Bartender
Taylor Mead
Doc Wax
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 14, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amos Poe
- Screenplay & Story
- Amos Poe
- Original Score
- Stephen Ulrich
- Original Title
- Frogs for Snakes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Rain Film, The Shooting Gallery
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amos Poe
Amos Poe
Stephen Ulrich
Enrique Chediak
Jeff Kushner
Phyllis Freed Kaufman
Department Leadership Roster
Amos Poe
Director
Amos Poe
Screenplay
Phyllis Freed Kaufman
Producer
Jeff Kushner
Editor
Stephen Ulrich
Original Music Composer
Candice Donnelly
Costume Design
Enrique Chediak
Director of Photography
Michael Shaw
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Frogs for Snakes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Frogs for Snakes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Frogs for Snakes about?
A group of unemployed theater actors survive by working as illegal money collectors. The loan shark they are working for owns an Off-Broadway theater. As he decided to play "American Buffalo" there, a bloody battle for the favorite roles begin.
Who directed Frogs for Snakes?
Frogs for Snakes was directed by Amos Poe.
Who stars in Frogs for Snakes?
The principal cast of Frogs for Snakes includes Lisa Marie, Barbara Hershey, Debi Mazar, Mike Starr, Robbie Coltrane.
When was Frogs for Snakes released and how long is it?
Frogs for Snakes was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for Frogs for Snakes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Frogs for Snakes was composed by Stephen Ulrich.




















