Best in Show (2000)
Some pets deserve a little more respect than others.
The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as hundreds of eager contestants from across America prepare to take part in what is undoubtedly one of the greatest events of their lives -- the Mayflower Dog Show. The canine contestants and their owners are as wondrously diverse as the great country that has bred them.
Director: Christopher Guest
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: September 29, 2000
Cast
- Bob Balaban - Dr. Theodore W. Millbank, III
- Jennifer Coolidge - Sherri Ann Cabot
- Christopher Guest - Harlan Pepper
- John Michael Higgins - Scott Donlan
- Michael Hitchcock - Hamilton Swan
- Eugene Levy - Gerry Fleck
- Jane Lynch - Christy Cummings
- Michael McKean - Stefan Vanderhoof
- Catherine O'Hara - Cookie Fleck
- Parker Posey - Meg Swan
Screenplay
- Christopher Guest (Screenplay)
- Eugene Levy (Screenplay)
Music: CJ Vanston
Cinematography: Roberto Schaefer
Editing: Robert Leighton
Production: Castle Rock Entertainment
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Parody and Spoof, Pet Shenanigans and Funny Animals
Keywords
philadelphia, pennsylvania, pet shop, illinois, poodle, mockumentary, dog, terrier, kimono, dog show, pets
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Best in Show about?
- The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as hundreds of eager contestants from across America prepare to take part in what is undoubtedly one of the greatest events of their lives -- the Mayflower Dog Show. The canine contestants and their owners are as wondrously diverse as the great country that has bred them.
- Who directed Best in Show?
- Best in Show was directed by Christopher Guest.
- Who stars in Best in Show?
- Best in Show stars Bob Balaban, Jennifer Coolidge, Christopher Guest, John Michael Higgins, Michael Hitchcock, Eugene Levy.
- How long is Best in Show?
- Best in Show has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Best in Show?
- Best in Show is a Comedy film.
- Where was Best in Show produced?
- Best in Show was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Best in Show?
- The themes of Best in Show include: Parody and Spoof, Pet Shenanigans and Funny Animals.