This film captures you from start to finish, like the music! The lead actor is handsome; the pace is deceptive; the mystery is jazzy yet confounding; the cast's acting is done well; and our faith in the goodness in some stays alive through the end. This clever and entertaining film is a must see! The Spanish Prisoner was intelligently written and simply directed, a deception. The handsome and genuine Joe Ross…
Top Cast
Steve Martin
Jimmy Dell
Campbell Scott
Joe Ross
Ben Gazzara
Mr. Klein
Rebecca Pidgeon
Susan Ricci
Ricky Jay
George Lang
Felicity Huffman
Pat McCune
David Pittu
Resort Manager
J.J. Johnston
Doorman
Ed O'Neill
FBI Team Leader
Clark Gregg
FBI Sniper
Tony Mamet
FBI Agent Levy
Jack Wallace
Sanitation Man
Jim Frangione
Detective Luzzio
Lionel Mark Smith
Detective Jones
Paul Butler
Bookbinder
Charlotte Potok
Bookstore Woman
Reviews
**_When you can’t trust anyone_** Shot in September-October, 1996, this is a Hitchcockian corporate espionage drama/suspense thriller, written/directed by David Mamet. It’s reminiscent of “The Firm,” just meshed with elements of the future “Matchstick Men.” While it’s not great like the former, it’s almost on par with the latter. I find it the least of ’em because, although Rebecca Pidgeon is effective in the…
FAQ about The Spanish Prisoner
What is The Spanish Prisoner about?
An inventor of a secret process suddenly finds himself alone as both his friends and the corporation he works for turn against him.
When was The Spanish Prisoner released?
The Spanish Prisoner was released in 1997.
What genres does The Spanish Prisoner belong to?
The Spanish Prisoner is categorised as Drama, Mystery, Thriller.
Who stars in The Spanish Prisoner?
The cast of The Spanish Prisoner includes Steve Martin, Campbell Scott, Ben Gazzara, Rebecca Pidgeon, Ricky Jay.