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The Con

  • TV Movie
  • 1998
  • PG-13
  • 1h 32m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
560
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The Con (1998)
ComedyCrimeDramaRomance

A lonely gas station attendent in Mississippi falls in love with a con woman who wants to get her hands on an inheritance he doesn't know about.A lonely gas station attendent in Mississippi falls in love with a con woman who wants to get her hands on an inheritance he doesn't know about.A lonely gas station attendent in Mississippi falls in love with a con woman who wants to get her hands on an inheritance he doesn't know about.

  • Director
    • Steven Schachter
  • Writers
    • William H. Macy
    • Steven Schachter
  • Stars
    • William H. Macy
    • Rebecca De Mornay
    • Mike Nussbaum
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    560
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Steven Schachter
    • Writers
      • William H. Macy
      • Steven Schachter
    • Stars
      • William H. Macy
      • Rebecca De Mornay
      • Mike Nussbaum
    • 15User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 wins total

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    William H. Macy
    William H. Macy
    • Bobby
    Rebecca De Mornay
    Rebecca De Mornay
    • Barbara Beaton
    • (as Rebecca DeMornay)
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    Mike Nussbaum
    Mike Nussbaum
    • Harry
    Angela Paton
    Angela Paton
    • Lyla
    Frances Sternhagen
    Frances Sternhagen
    • Hadabelle
    Tony Frank
    Tony Frank
    • Edgar Wallace
    Don Harvey
    Don Harvey
    • T.J.
    Matt Hill
    • Conroy Gil
    Lee Stringer
    Lee Stringer
    • Earl Wainwright
    Gina Mastrogiacomo
    Gina Mastrogiacomo
    • Debbie
    Steve Shearer
    Steve Shearer
    • Joe Charnin
    Lionel Mark Smith
    • Charlie Hayes
    Marge Kotlisky
    • Glenna
    Ben Bennett
    • Sheriff Gil
    Brady Coleman
    • Baptist Minister
    Bonnie Gallup
    • Landlady
    Christine Tolson
    • Vera
    Mary B. McCann
    Mary B. McCann
    • Donna
    • Director
      • Steven Schachter
    • Writers
      • William H. Macy
      • Steven Schachter
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    6med_1978

    A charming film worth taking the time to watch

    I recently saw this movie for the second time expecting it to be one of these films that having seen it once, doesn't seem much the second time round. Surprisingly I found it to be better than I remembered. Both Rebecca De Mornay & William H Macy give good performances and it is well above your usual TV fodder because of this. It is not a spectacular film or action packed nor does it have a surprise twist ending but it moves along at a reasonable pace and never leaves you bored. There are some lighthearted moments and the script is decent too. Both actors are believable in there roles. De Mornay is very entertaining and radiant and her character is very easy to warm to, even though she is a con woman, and Macy is good as the simple but likable sap, who falls for De Mornay's charms. The film is fairly predictable but well acted. Ultimately even though you have an idea where the film is taking you, you'll have a good time getting there.

    A Must for fans of the two leads & worth watching even if you are not. I would say it is well worth between 6 and 6 1/2 out of 10. and more entertaining than your average summer blockbuster.
    6Go_Skins

    WOW! This movie is...

    I was flipping around the channels the other day when I came across this particular movie. I saw in the credits that it had Rebecca DeMornay and William Macy in it so it had to be somewhat decent. I started to watch it and it was a little slow at first trying to get the story going. It later picks up and before you know it, it's over! I liked the storyline once it got going. I've seen other DeMornay films and I hadn't seen this one yet. They really can't compare to each other. You hear a lot about Willim Macy and all his films but I have never seen any of his stuff until now. Man! Is he a great actor or what! This movie has it's good points and it's bad points. It's definitely worth watching!
    8hub-side

    Ahh, the hitch 'n' ditch ...

    Attractive, worldly con-woman seduces and marries small-town rube for his inheritance. Got to end in tears, right?

    William H. Macy stars in this delightful hybrid of extortion thriller and romantic comedy. For the bulk of the running time, it's eminently watchable without really treading new ground. Then, just when you think you've got the ending sorted out in your head ...

    If, like me, you'd listen to Mr Macy read his grocery list (and likely shout 'encore!' afterwards) then this will not disappoint. If not ... well, it won't disappoint anyway. It's funny, it's moving without being treacly, and best of all, it isn't entirely predictable. Top stuff.
    JCR-4

    Amusing

    One of those (TV) films that you think is going to be a dud and then surprises you. I was mildly amused throughout the film. Nice performances from the two leads, William H. Macy and Rebecca De Mornay, backed up by a good cast. Not a memorable film, but a pleasant one to pass away the evening.
    8Scamp-4

    Surprisingly watchable!

    I was pleasantly surprised with this movie, as I was waiting for South Park to start directly after it & the TV was only on as background noise.

    It's a lovely story of a con-woman in trouble who's life is changed when she tries to con a garage mechanic out of his inheritance (William H. Macy starts out looking like Garth from the Wayne's World series!). Despite the predictable ending, the movie is very watchable & can hold it's own with the likes of the big-budget Notting Hill, etc.

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    • Release date
      • March 4, 1998 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Pascagoula
    • Filming locations
      • Houston, Texas, USA
    • Production companies
      • Mi Sammy Productions
      • Wilshire Court Productions
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 32m(92 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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