The Wrong Guy
1997, English. Directed by David Steinberg.
A fugitive in his own mind.
Nelson Hibbert expects to become the new president of Nagel Industries, but Mr. Nagel gives the promotion to another employee. When Nelson barges into Nagel's office to confront him, he finds Nagel's been murdered. Fearing that he will be implicated, Nelson decides to run from the law...despite the fact that the police already know the killer's identity.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 79 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- David SteinbergDirector
- Dave FoleyNelson Hibbert
- David Anthony HigginsDet. Arlen
- Jennifer TillyLynn Holden
- Joe FlahertyFred Holden
- Dan RedicanKen Daly
- Alan ScarfeFarmer Brown
- Kenneth WelshMr. Nagel
- Enrico ColantoniCreepy Guy
- Colm FeoreThe Killer
- Arnie AchtmanBus Station Worker
- Boyd BanksGas Station Guy
- Johanna NicosiaCindy
Details
- Released
- 1 August 1997
- Country
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Dave Foley, David Anthony Higgins, Jay Kogen
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The Wrong Guy: quick answers
Is The Wrong Guy worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 79 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Wrong Guy?
The Wrong Guy runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Wrong Guy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Wrong Guy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is The Wrong Guy suitable for kids?
The Wrong Guy is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like The Wrong Guy?
If you liked The Wrong Guy, try Accident Man, Hostile Takeover, Breathless.
Who directed The Wrong Guy?
The Wrong Guy (1997) was directed by David Steinberg and stars Dave Foley, David Anthony Higgins, Jennifer Tilly.