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The Grifters

R19901h 50mStephen Frears

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"Seduction. Betrayal. Murder. Who’s conning who?"

A small-time conman has his loyalties torn between his estranged mother and his new girlfriend, both of whom are high-stakes grifters with their own angles to play.

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Based On Novel Or BookCon ManCon ArtistLos Angeles, CaliforniaHorse TrackGrifterEstafaNeo-noir

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Grifters (1990) about?

A small-time conman has his loyalties torn between his estranged mother and his new girlfriend, both of whom are high-stakes grifters with their own angles to play.

Who stars in The Grifters?

The Grifters stars Anjelica Huston (Lilly Dillon), John Cusack (Roy Dillon), Annette Bening (Myra Langtry), Jan Munroe (Guy in bar), Robert Weems (Racetrack Announcer). The film was directed by Stephen Frears.

How long is The Grifters?

The Grifters has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1990. It is rated R.

Where can I watch The Grifters?

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