The Players
1847 New York, where Edwin Forrest holds the undisputed title as the country’s top Shakespearean actor. Playing magnificently to a sold out, raucous crowd every night, Edwin is ‘The Star.'” But when critically celebrated English thespian William MacCready arrives from London to perform his sophisticated Hamlet, Edwin’s title is thrown into jeopardy. Each man wants what the other has, and the rivalry between them starts a hilarious and unforgettable battle of egos.
Director: Peter Cattaneo
Genre: Comedy
Cast
- John C. Reilly - Edwin Forrest
- Steve Coogan - William MacCready
Screenplay
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Players about?
- 1847 New York, where Edwin Forrest holds the undisputed title as the country’s top Shakespearean actor. Playing magnificently to a sold out, raucous crowd every night, Edwin is ‘The Star.'” But when critically celebrated English thespian William MacCready arrives from London to perform his sophisticated Hamlet, Edwin’s title is thrown into jeopardy. Each man wants what the other has, and the rivalry between them starts a hilarious and unforgettable battle of egos.
- Who directed The Players?
- The Players was directed by Peter Cattaneo.
- Who stars in The Players?
- The Players stars John C. Reilly, Steve Coogan.
- What genre is The Players?
- The Players is a Comedy film.