Shooting Fish (1998): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Shooting Fish is a 1998 romantic comedy directed by Stefan Schwartz, starring Kate Beckinsale, Stuart Townsend and Dan Futterman. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes and earned $375,261 worldwide. Critics gave it 47 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Director
- Stefan Schwartz
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Fox Searchlight Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Shooting Fish About?
The premise of Shooting Fish without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Two charismatic con artists recruit a medical student, unaware she’s become a pawn in their elaborate scheme. They exploit her innocence to execute a clever heist, but as they delve deeper into their plan, the lines between deception and genuine connection become increasingly blurred. The trio must navigate a complicated network of lies and desire while trying to outwit those they’ve targeted.
Shooting Fish Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- fiance fiancee relationship
- house
- secretary
- money
- con artist
- scam
- orphan
- girl
- typist
- marriage
- jail
- computer
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- children
- orphanage
- writ
- wedding
- wedding plans
- wedding dress
- wealth
- vandalizing a car
- vandalism
- trial
- toaster
- thief
- theft
- telephone call
- technology
- techno geek
- teapot
- swindle
- swindler
- swallowing a key
- surgery
- suitcase
- subjective camera
- song
- slingshot
- skateboard
- sister sister relationship
- singing
- singer
- salesmanship
- rooftop
- rolls royce
- robbery
- reference to robin hood
- reference to queen elizabeth ii
- reference to phil collins
- reference to pamela anderson
- rain
Shooting Fish Cast
Kate Beckinsale leads the cast, with Stuart Townsend and Dan Futterman. Directed by Stefan Schwartz.
- Director Stefan Schwartz
More from Stefan Schwartz
More films directed by Stefan Schwartz: About Us, The Best Man, The Abduction Club and Soft Top Hard Shoulder.
Shooting Fish Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Shooting Fish 47 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 47 Metascore
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TMDB 63% User score
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Shooting Fish Plot Summary
What happens in Shooting Fish from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In a fateful reunion, two charming orphans, Dylan and Jez, find themselves back together in adulthood, reigniting their childhood dream of living in a luxurious estate. To bring this vision to life, they set up home in an abandoned gas holder, scrimping on resources while cleverly swindling the wealthy out of their fortunes. Their mischievous antics draw the attention of Georgie, a bright medical student known for her exceptional typing skills.
Full summary
The whole story of Shooting Fish, scene by scene
Shooting Fish Box Office
Shooting Fish grossed $375,261 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$375.3K
- US & Canada
- $375.3K
Shooting Fish Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Shooting Fish.
How Well Do You Know Shooting Fish?
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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What is the main goal of Dylan and Jez throughout the movie?
Cars in Shooting Fish
5 cars on screen, including the 1968 Rover 3.5 Litre Coupé P5B and the 1975 Dodge Tradesman.
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1968 Rover 3.5 Litre Coupé P5B Main role -
1975 Dodge Tradesman Important role -
1971 Rolls-Royce Corniche Important role -
1995 Ford Probe Minor role
Shooting Fish Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “Big Fish” and “Como pez en el agua”.
- Also known as
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- Big Fish
- Como pez en el agua
- Atirando em Peixes
- Pyrovolimeno psari
- Kleine Fische, großes Geld!
- Fixlování
- משחקי נוכלים
- Cómo pez en el agua
- シューティング・フィッシュ
- 轻而易举
- 슈팅 피쉬
- Kóklerek
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- Com peix a l’aigua
- Надувательство
- Oltada Balık Çantada Keklik
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Movies Like Shooting Fish
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Stealing Harvard, Heist and A Man, a Woman and a Bank.
Shooting Fish FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Shooting Fish, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Shooting Fish?
Shooting Fish runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Shooting Fish released?
Shooting Fish was released on May 1, 1998.
Who directed Shooting Fish?
Shooting Fish was directed by Stefan Schwartz.
More films by Stefan Schwartz Who is in the cast of Shooting Fish?
Shooting Fish stars Kate Beckinsale, Stuart Townsend and Dan Futterman.
How much did Shooting Fish make at the box office?
Shooting Fish grossed $375,261 worldwide.
How is Shooting Fish rated?
Shooting Fish has 47 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Does Shooting Fish have a post-credit scene?
No. Shooting Fish has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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