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The Real Thing

R1h 29m1996James Merendino
IMDb: 4.9/10
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"Their plan was simple. Get the cash."

Their plan was simple...Get the Cash. As Rupert, an ex-con, tries to go straight, his younger brother James pursues a life of delinquency. Days after being released from jail, James is gunned down and lies waiting in a hospital for a liver transplant. In a desperate attempt to save his brother's life, Rupert decides to execute a heist at a downtown club on New Year's Eve that will give him the money he needs. Rupert assembles an eclectic crew of ex-cons, including his best friend and his ex-girlfriend. Rupert and his gang converge on the nightclub for a climax that spins out of control. New Year's Eve has never been so explosive!

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New Year's EveHeistGang

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What is The Real Thing (1996) about?

Their plan was simple...Get the Cash. As Rupert, an ex-con, tries to go straight, his younger brother James pursues a life of delinquency. Days after being released from jail, James is gunned down and lies waiting in a hospital for a liver transplant. In a desperate attempt to save his brother's life, Rupert decides to execute a heist at a downtown club on New Year's Eve that will give him the…

Who stars in The Real Thing?

The Real Thing stars James Russo (Rupert Little), Jeremy Piven (John), Fabrizio Bentivoglio (Alfredo Donati), Robert LaSardo (Eric Fidel), Ashley Laurence (Carla). The film was directed by James Merendino.

How long is The Real Thing?

The Real Thing has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1996. It is rated R.

Is The Real Thing worth watching?

The Real Thing holds an IMDb rating of 4.9/10. Fans of Crime, Action are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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