The Deal
2008, English. Directed by Steven Schachter.
Charlie Berns is a veteran Hollywood movie producer who has given up on his career and life. That is until his idealistic screenwriter nephew comes bearing the script of a lifetime and Charlie decides to give his career one final shot. The only thing standing in his way is Diedre Hearn, a sharp-witted studio executive brought in to keep Charlie in line.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.4/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Deal isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Steven SchachterDirector
- William H. MacyCharlie Berns
- Meg RyanDeidre Hearn
- Jason RitterLionel Travitz
- Elliott GouldRabbi Seth Gutterman
- LL Cool JBobby Mason
- Kate BlumbergLinda
- David HuntGrier Clark
- Jeremy CrutchleyIan Chadwick
- Fiona GlascottFiona Hicks
- Sharon RaginianoLevi Rosenwald
- Tere MorrisCatherine Oxenmoor
- Natasha Reese-DaviesMaya
Details
- Released
- 20 November 2008
- Country
- Canada, South Africa, United States of America
- Written by
- William H. Macy, Steven Schachter
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The Deal: quick answers
Is The Deal worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.4/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Deal?
The Deal runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does The Deal have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Deal. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Deal parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Deal is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Deal on?
The Deal isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Deal?
If you liked The Deal, try Ricky Gervais: Mortality, Ricky Gervais: Armageddon, Pretty Persuasion.
Who directed The Deal?
The Deal (2008) was directed by Steven Schachter and stars William H. Macy, Meg Ryan, Jason Ritter.