Demoted (2011): Cast & Plot
Demoted is a 2011 comedy directed by J.B. Rogers, starring Michael Vartan as Rodney, Sean Astin and Celia Weston. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- J.B. Rogers
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Parallel Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Demoted About?
The premise of Demoted without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After their boss is unexpectedly promoted, two mischievous tire salesmen find themselves demoted to secretarial positions. Forced to trade sales pitches for paperwork, they plot clever retaliation, turning the tables on the put‑upon manager who thought he could sideline their pranks.
Demoted Cast & Characters
Michael Vartan leads the cast as Rodney, with Sean Astin as Mike and Celia Weston as Jane. Directed by J.B. Rogers; 45 actors are credited in all.
- Director J.B. Rogers
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Michael Vartan as Rodney -
Sean Astin as Mike - Celia Weston as Jane
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David Cross as Ken Castro
Also Starring in Demoted
· 41 more- Robert Klein Bob Farrell
- Billy West Robert Reilly
- Ron White Earl Frank
- Constance Zimmer Elizabeth Holland
- Sara Foster Jennifer
- Patrick St. Esprit JR Daniels
- Cleo King Betty
- Jill Bartlett Tina
- Cathy Shim Olivia
- Brian Matthew Richardson Auto Store Patron (uncredited)
- Paul Walter Hauser Bothered Salesman (uncredited)
- Erin Cahill Amy
- Jay Johnston Kline
- Bill Lumbert Softball Fan (uncredited)
- Wayne E. Brown Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- Shawntay Dalon Street Looker (uncredited)
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- Tiren Jhames Salesman (uncredited)
- George Back O'Donnell
- Ruth Crawford Mike's Mom
- Dwayne Roszkowski Wedding Guest (uncredited)
- John Anton Salesman (uncredited)
- Sonja Crosby Secretary (uncredited)
- Erin Nicole JR's Wife
- Arcadiy Golubovich Coffee Shop Employee
- Theo Williamson Sales Associate
- Randy Godwin Umpire
- Heather Elizabeth Regan Waitress
- Tom Schwartz Priest
- Niki Haze Restaurant Customer (uncredited)
- Joseph Victor Baseball Player (uncredited)
- Greg Trzaskoma Big Guy
- Jim Ochs Mike's Dad
- Rich Marentette Stripper DJ
- Jennifer Soop Destiny
- Kerry Birmingham Reporter
- William Nyeholt Basketball Guy
- Geoff Wehner Willy
- Heidi Hastings Hostess
- Mel Foster Narrator (voice)
- Rosa Paulus Old Lady
- Tonino Zaccagnini Striker (uncredited)
More from J.B. Rogers
More films directed by J.B. Rogers, best-rated first: American Pie 2, Say It Isn't So, The Pool Boys and See Arnold Run.
Demoted Plot Summary
What happens in Demoted from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Two of the top salesmen at Treadline Tire Company, Michael Vartan as Rodney and Sean Astin as Mike, rule the floor with swagger, quick wit, and a knack for getting laughs at the expense of others. They bully the secretaries led by Celia Weston as Jane and spar with their loud, abrasive coworker, David Cross as Ken Castro. Their boss, Robert Klein as Bob Farrell, mostly tolerates their antics because the pair consistently delivers big wins—especially after a softball victory that ends with Mike delivering a wedgie to Castro and a shared moment of celebratory bravado.
Full summary
The whole story of Demoted, scene by scene
Demoted Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Demoted.
How Well Do You Know Demoted?
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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Who is the boss that dies of a heart attack early in the film?
Demoted Also Known As
8 alternative titles, including “Weichgespült - Vom Chauvi zur Tippse” and “Demoted Land”.
- Also known as
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- Weichgespült - Vom Chauvi zur Tippse
- Demoted Land
- Demoted - Wer ist hier der Boss?
- Bad boss
- Office Rats
- לתפוס את הבוס
- Rebaixados
- Zdegradowani
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Demoted FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Demoted, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Demoted?
Demoted runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Demoted released?
Demoted was released on March 12, 2011.
Who directed Demoted?
Demoted was directed by J.B. Rogers.
More films by J.B. Rogers Who is in the cast of Demoted?
Demoted stars Michael Vartan as Rodney, Sean Astin as Mike and Celia Weston as Jane, among 45 credited actors.
Does Demoted have a post-credit scene?
No. Demoted has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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