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Alter Egos (2012): Cast & Plot

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Alter Egos is a 2012 adventure comedy directed by Jordan Galland, starring Kris Lemche as Fridge / Brendan, Joey Kern and John Ventimiglia. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes.

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Alter Egos (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 20m (80 min)
Director
Jordan Galland
Genres
Adventure , Comedy , Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Alter Egos About?

The premise of Alter Egos without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

As superheroes struggle with dwindling public support and lost funding, one hero finds an unexpected ally in a young woman. She offers him a chance to confront and overcome his personal emotional struggles, offering a glimmer of hope amidst a challenging time for those with extraordinary abilities.

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Cast & crew

Alter Egos Cast & Characters

Kris Lemche leads the cast as Fridge / Brendan, with Joey Kern as C-Thru and John Ventimiglia as Shrink. Directed by Jordan Galland; 47 actors are credited in all.

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More from Jordan Galland

More films directed by Jordan Galland, best-rated first: Ava's Possessions, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Undead and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Undead.

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Plot

Alter Egos Plot Summary

What happens in Alter Egos from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film follows the misadventures of the two under-appreciated heroes in a world where government funding for superheroes has dried up and public support has waned. Set against a backdrop where powered individuals are abundant, the story explores how these heroes keep practicing their abilities even as resources become scarce and public attention shifts. The tone blends playful satire with a look at the emotional core of heroism, inviting viewers to consider what a superhero’s life looks like when the usual backing and fanfare fade away.

Full summary

The whole story of Alter Egos, scene by scene

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Videos

Alter Egos Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Alter Egos.

Alter Egos Official Teaser Trailer #1 - Superhero Movie (2012) HD
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Alter Egos?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Alter Egos Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Alter Ego - Große Helden, noch größere Probleme” and “Тайни самоличности”.

Also known as
  • Alter Ego - Große Helden, noch größere Probleme
  • Тайни самоличности
  • 얼터 이고스

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Alter Egos FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Alter Egos, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Alter Egos?

Alter Egos runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

When was Alter Egos released?

Alter Egos was released on July 20, 2012.

Who directed Alter Egos?

Alter Egos was directed by Jordan Galland.

More films by Jordan Galland

Who is in the cast of Alter Egos?

Alter Egos stars Kris Lemche as Fridge / Brendan, Joey Kern as C-Thru and John Ventimiglia as Shrink, among 47 credited actors.

Does Alter Egos have a post-credit scene?

No. Alter Egos has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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