Matchstick Men
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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.
Matchstick Men is a 2003 crime thriller-comedy following a phobic con artist whose elaborate swindle hits an unexpected snag when his estranged teenage daughter suddenly reappears in his life. Directed by Ridley Scott and starring Nicolas Cage, Sam Rockwell, and Alison Lohman, the film masterfully blends sharp dialogue, tense con sequences, and surprising emotional depth. Now available on various streaming and rental platforms, it remains a clever, rewatchable take on deception and redemption.
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Nicolas CageRoy Waller
Sam RockwellFrank Mercer
Alison LohmanAngela
Bruce AltmanDr. Klein
Bruce McGillChuck Frechette
Jenny O'HaraMrs. Schaffer
Steve EastinMr. Schaffer
Beth GrantLaundry Lady
Sheila KelleyKathy
Fran KranzSlacker Boyfriend
Tim KelleherBishop
Nigel GibbsHolt
Bill SaitoPharmacist #1
Tim MaculanPharmacist #2- Stoney WestmorelandMan in Line
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When was Matchstick Men released?
Matchstick Men was released theatrically on September 12, 2003.
Who directed and starred in Matchstick Men?
The film was directed by Ridley Scott and stars Nicolas Cage as the con artist Roy, Sam Rockwell as his partner Frank, and Alison Lohman as his daughter Angela.
What is the plot about?
The story follows Roy, a meticulous con artist plagued by various phobias, and his protege Frank as they plan an elaborate con. Their scheme is disrupted when Roy's estranged teenage daughter unexpectedly enters his life, forcing him to balance his criminal world with newfound parental responsibilities.
Where can I watch Matchstick Men?
As a theatrical release from 2003, Matchstick Men is available on DVD, Blu-ray, and various digital rental and streaming platforms; availability varies by region and service.
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