The Great Buck Howard(2008)
“Greatness is a state of mind.”
Overview
When a law school dropout answers an advertisement to be a personal assistant he unknowingly signs on to work for a belligerent has-been magician struggling to resurrect his career. This leads to a journey across the country staging the comeback of a lifetime.
Director
Sean McGinly
Studio
Bristol Bay Productions
Revenue
$901K
Cast
John Malkovich
as Buck Howard
Emily Blunt
as Valerie Brennan
Steve Zahn
as Kenny
Tom Hanks
as Mr. Gable
Colin Hanks
as Troy Gable
Patrick Fischler
as Michael Perry
Ricky Jay
as Gil Bellamy
Griffin Dunne
as Jonathan Finerman
Debra Monk
as Doreen
Adam Scott
as Alan
Wallace Langham
as Dan Green
Jonathan Ames
as Edward Kelly
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2008
Runtime
1h 30m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Box Office
$901K
Production Companies
Bristol Bay Productions • Playtone
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Great Buck Howard?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Great Buck Howard (2008).
What is The Great Buck Howard about?▼
When a law school dropout answers an advertisement to be a personal assistant he unknowingly signs on to work for a belligerent has-been magician struggling to resurrect his career. This leads to a journey across the country staging the comeback of a lifetime.
Who directed The Great Buck Howard?▼
The Great Buck Howard was directed by Sean McGinly and released in 2008. It is a comedy film.
How long is The Great Buck Howard?▼
The Great Buck Howard has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
Who stars in The Great Buck Howard?▼
The cast of The Great Buck Howard includes John Malkovich as Buck Howard, Emily Blunt as Valerie Brennan, Steve Zahn as Kenny, Tom Hanks as Mr. Gable, Colin Hanks as Troy Gable and more.
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