Bowfinger(1999)
The con is on.
Synopsis
On the verge of bankruptcy and desperate for his big break, aspiring filmmaker Bobby Bowfinger concocts a crazy plan to make his ultimate dream movie. Rallying a ragtag team that includes a starry-eyed ingenue, a has-been diva and a film studio gofer, he sets out to shoot a blockbuster featuring the biggest star in Hollywood, Kit Ramsey -- only without letting Ramsey know he's in the picture.
Directed by Frank Oz
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Cast
Steve Martin
Bobby Bowfinger
Eddie Murphy
Kit Ramsey / Jeffernson 'Jiff' Ramsey
Heather Graham
Daisy
Christine Baranski
Carol
Jamie Kennedy
Dave
Barry Newman
Hal, Kit's Agent
Adam Alexi-Malle
Afrim
Kohl Sudduth
Slater
Terence Stamp
Terry Stricter
Robert Downey Jr.
Jerry Renfro
Alejandro Patiño
Sanchez
Alfred De Contreras
Martinez
Ramiro Fabian
Hector
Johnny Sanchez
Luis
Claude Brooks
Freddy
Kevin Scannell
LA Cop
John Prosky
MindHead Executive
Michael Dempsey
Camera Security Guard
Bowfinger — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Bowfinger?+
Bowfinger is available to stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Bowfinger come out?+
Bowfinger was released in 1999.
How long is Bowfinger?+
Bowfinger runs for 97 minutes (1 hour and 37 minutes).
Who directed Bowfinger?+
Bowfinger was directed by Frank Oz.
Who stars in Bowfinger?+
Bowfinger stars Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, Heather Graham, Christine Baranski and Jamie Kennedy.
Is Bowfinger worth watching?+
Bowfinger holds a 6.2/10 rating from 982 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of comedy.
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