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Best Seller

"Writing A Book Is Easy. Writing A Best Seller Is Murder."

September 25, 1987 1h 35m 5.9/10 (136 votes)

Originally released in 1987. Best Seller is a action/crime film. directed by John Flynn.

Starring James Woods, Brian Dennehy, and Victoria Tennant

Synopsis

Hit man Cleve approaches writer/cop Dennis about a story for his next book: How Cleve made a living, working for one of the most powerful politicians in the country. To get the story right, they travel around the country to gather statements and evidence, while strong forces use any means they can to keep the story untold.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 25, 1987 38 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (136 votes)
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Box Office $4.3M Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$4,278,150

Production Companies

  • Orion Pictures
  • Hemdale

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Best Seller about?

Hit man Cleve approaches writer/cop Dennis about a story for his next book: How Cleve made a living, working for one of the most powerful politicians in the country. To get the story right, they tr...

Who directed Best Seller?

Best Seller was directed by John Flynn.

How long is Best Seller?

Best Seller has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was Best Seller released?

Best Seller was released on September 25, 1987 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Best Seller?

The main cast of Best Seller includes James Woods, Brian Dennehy, Victoria Tennant, Allison Balson, Paul Shenar.

Is Best Seller worth watching?

Best Seller has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 136 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.