Deceiver
"There are two sides to every lie."
Originally released in 1997. Deceiver is a mystery/crime film. directed by Jonas Pate.
Starring Tim Roth, Michael Rooker, and Renée Zellweger
Synopsis
The gruesome death of a prostitute brings suspicion on one of her clients, James Wayland, a brilliant, self-destructive and epileptic heir to a textile fortune. So detectives Braxton and Kennesaw take Wayland in for questioning, thinking they can break the man. But despite his troubles, Wayland is a master of manipulation, and during the interrogation, he begins to turn the tables on the investigators, forcing them to reveal their own sinister sides.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 31, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 46m
106 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Mixed (133 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Tim Roth
as James Walter Wayland
Michael Rooker
as Detective Edward Kennesaw
Renée Zellweger
as Elizabeth
Chris Penn
as Detective Phillip Braxton
Rosanna Arquette
as Mrs. Kennesaw
Karina Logue
as Sorority Girl
Ellen Burstyn
as Mook
Tamara Mercer
as Misty
Michael Parks
as Dr. Banyard
Don Winston
as Warren
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- MDP Worldwide
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deceiver about?
The gruesome death of a prostitute brings suspicion on one of her clients, James Wayland, a brilliant, self-destructive and epileptic heir to a textile fortune. So detectives Braxton and Kennesaw t...
Who directed Deceiver?
Deceiver was directed by Jonas Pate.
How long is Deceiver?
Deceiver has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
When was Deceiver released?
Deceiver was released on August 31, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Deceiver?
The main cast of Deceiver includes Tim Roth, Michael Rooker, Renée Zellweger, Chris Penn, Rosanna Arquette.
Is Deceiver worth watching?
Deceiver has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 133 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.