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Breakfast with Einstein (1998): Cast

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Breakfast with Einstein is a 1998 comedy directed by Craig Shapiro, starring Cheech Marin as Einstein (voice), Lin Shaye and Shia LaBeouf. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes.

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Breakfast with Einstein (1998) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Craig Shapiro
Genre
Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Breakfast with Einstein About?

The premise of Breakfast with Einstein without spoilers.

He teaches a new family a handful of old tricks while searching for a forever home of his own. Outrageously witty, Cheech Marin provides the voice of Einstein, a smart‑alecky dog with a boundless appetite for mischief, snacks and outsmarting his human companions. Along the way Einstein’s antics bring plenty of laughs and heart‑warming moments as he tries to win over the family and secure his next treat.

Breakfast with Einstein Themes & Keywords

· 2 tags
  • underdog
  • dog
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Cast & crew

Breakfast with Einstein Cast & Characters

Cheech Marin leads the cast as Einstein (voice), with Lin Shaye as Miss Desmond and Shia LaBeouf as Joey. Directed by Craig Shapiro; 27 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Breakfast with Einstein

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From the director

More from Craig Shapiro

More films directed by Craig Shapiro: Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief, The Challenge, Winning London and Our Lips Are Sealed.

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Cars

Cars in Breakfast with Einstein

5 cars on screen, including the 1998 Chevrolet Camaro and the 1971 Chevrolet Impala Convertible.

All 5 cars
  • 1998 Chevrolet Camaro in Breakfast with Einstein 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Important role
  • 1971 Chevrolet Impala Convertible in Breakfast with Einstein 1971 Chevrolet Impala Convertible Important role
  • 1996 Chrysler Sebring Convertible in Breakfast with Einstein 1996 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Minor role
  • Cushman Truckster in Breakfast with Einstein Cushman Truckster Minor role
Details

Breakfast with Einstein Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Desayuno con Einstein” and “Einstein chien savant”.

Also known as
  • Desayuno con Einstein
  • Einstein chien savant
  • Mic dejun cu Einstein
  • Закуска с Айнщайн
  • Frühstück mit Einstein
  • Meu Amigo Einstein
  • Cuidado con el Perro

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Breakfast with Einstein FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Breakfast with Einstein, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Breakfast with Einstein?

Breakfast with Einstein runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Breakfast with Einstein released?

Breakfast with Einstein was released on May 24, 1998.

Who directed Breakfast with Einstein?

Breakfast with Einstein was directed by Craig Shapiro.

More films by Craig Shapiro

Who is in the cast of Breakfast with Einstein?

Breakfast with Einstein stars Cheech Marin as Einstein (voice), Lin Shaye as Miss Desmond and Shia LaBeouf as Joey, among 27 credited actors.

Does Breakfast with Einstein have a post-credit scene?

No. Breakfast with Einstein has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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