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Second Best (2004)

Failure is a bond that's hard to break.

Comedy

Jealousy overwhelms a group of friends, particularly struggling writer Elliot, as they prepare for the homecoming of their old friend, a wildly successful L.A. producer.

Release Date
January 1, 2004
Runtime
1h 26m
Rating
5.8/10 (3 votes)

Director: Eric Weber

Cast: Joe Pantoliano, Boyd Gaines, Peter Gerety, Bronson Pinchot, Matthew Arkin, Jennifer Tilly, Stephen Bogardus, Barbara Barrie

Production: Tenafly Film Company, Keep Your Head Productions, Second Best Inc.
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Second Best

Failure is a bond that's hard to break.

Failure is a bond that's hard to break.

5.8
86 min

Jealousy overwhelms a group of friends, particularly struggling writer Elliot, as they prepare for the homecoming of their old friend, a wildly successful L.A. producer.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date1/1/2004
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Cast

Joe Pantoliano

as Elliot

Boyd Gaines

as Richard

Peter Gerety

as Marshall

Bronson Pinchot

as Doc Klingenstein

Matthew Arkin

as Gerald

Jennifer Tilly

as Carole

Stephen Bogardus

as George

Barbara Barrie

as Dorothea

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Second Best about?

Jealousy overwhelms a group of friends, particularly struggling writer Elliot, as they prepare for the homecoming of their old friend, a wildly successful L.A. producer.

How long is Second Best?

1h 26m

When was Second Best released?

January 1, 2004

Who directed Second Best?

Eric Weber

Who stars in Second Best?

Joe Pantoliano, Boyd Gaines, Peter Gerety

What genre is Second Best?

Comedy

What is Second Best rated?

R