The Imagemaker (1986): Cast & Where to Watch
The Imagemaker is a 1986 drama thriller directed by Hal Weiner, starring Michael Nouri as Roger Blackwell, Jerry Orbach and Jessica Harper. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes. Stream it on Shout! Factory and The Roku Channel, or buy it on Amazon Video.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Director
- Hal Weiner
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Imagemaker About?
The premise of The Imagemaker without spoilers.
Roger Blackwell, a veteran media adviser who has guided countless politicians—perhaps one too many—plans to stage an international media spectacle. Drawing on his insider knowledge, he intends to produce a film exposing how unscrupulous politicians manipulate the press for their own ends.
The Imagemaker Themes & Keywords
· 26 tags- politician
- washington d.c.
- cynicism
- media advisor
- suicide
- suicide of wife
- ex lover
- watching a video
- president of the united states
- videotape
- female journalist
- organized crime
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- filmmaking
- pistol
- shooting oneself
- low budget film
- partner
- political talkshow
- fictional talk show
- media
- manipulation
- consultant
- corruption
- politics
- independent film
- surprise ending
Where to Watch The Imagemaker
Stream it on Shout! Factory and The Roku Channel, or buy it from Amazon Video. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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The Imagemaker Cast & Characters
Michael Nouri leads the cast as Roger Blackwell, with Jerry Orbach as Byron Caine and Jessica Harper as Cynthia. Directed by Hal Weiner; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Hal Weiner
- Michael Nouri as Roger Blackwell
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Jerry Orbach as Byron Caine -
Jessica Harper as Cynthia - Farley Granger as Ambassador Hoyle
Also Starring in The Imagemaker
· 6 more- Jerome Dempsey Congressman Lyons
- Anne Twomey Molly Grainger
- Richard Bauer Morris Brodkin
- Maury Povich Talk-Show Host
- Roger Frazier Victor Griffin
- Arthur Dailey Black Man
Cars in The Imagemaker
16 cars on screen, including the 1975 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC C107 and the 1980 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine.
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1975 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC C107 Important role -
1980 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine Minor role -
1978 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Minor role -
unknown Minor role
The Imagemaker Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “O Homem que Vendia Ilusões” and “Создатель политических образов”.
- Also known as
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- O Homem que Vendia Ilusões
- Создатель политических образов
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The Imagemaker FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of The Imagemaker, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Imagemaker?
The Imagemaker runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was The Imagemaker released?
The Imagemaker was released on January 24, 1986.
Who directed The Imagemaker?
The Imagemaker was directed by Hal Weiner.
Who is in the cast of The Imagemaker?
The Imagemaker stars Michael Nouri as Roger Blackwell, Jerry Orbach as Byron Caine and Jessica Harper as Cynthia, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch The Imagemaker?
In the US, The Imagemaker is streaming on Shout! Factory, The Roku Channel and Tubi TV and available to buy on Amazon Video (availability from JustWatch).
Does The Imagemaker have a post-credit scene?
No. The Imagemaker has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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