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Matchstick Men (2003) | Criteria

Still from Matchstick Men — Matchstick Men (2003) — Ridley ScottPhotographed by John Mathieson

Poster for Matchstick Men

Ridley Scott

Matchstick Men

English / 2003 / 1h 56m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Crime Drama Comedy Thriller

Letterboxd: 3.63/5·76.6K ratings·10.4K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

A phobic con artist and his protege are on the verge of pulling off a lucrative swindle when the con artist's teenage daughter arrives unexpectedly.

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November 2023
Position 43
Included in
Con Games
Position 8

Credits

Crew

DirectorRidley Scott

WriterNicholas Griffin, Ted Griffin

CinematographerJohn Mathieson

Composer

EditorDody Dorn

ProducerSean Bailey, Ted Griffin, Jack Rapke, Ridley Scott, Steve Starkey

Cast

Nicolas Cageas Roy Waller

Sam Rockwellas Frank Mercer

Alison Lohmanas Angela

Bruce Altmanas Dr. Klein

Bruce McGillas Chuck Frechette

Jenny O'Haraas Mrs. Schaffer

Steve Eastinas Mr. Schaffer

Beth Grantas Laundry Lady

Sheila Kelleyas Kathy

Fran Kranzas Slacker Boyfriend

Tim Kelleheras Bishop

Nigel Gibbsas Holt

Bill Saitoas Pharmacist #1

Tim Maculanas Pharmacist #2

Stoney Westmorelandas Man in Line

Lynn Ann Leveridgeas Bank Clerk

Giannina Facioas Bank Teller

Sonya Eddyas Parking Garage Cashier

Michael Clossinas Long Winded Parking Booth Driver

Kim Cassidyas Stripper