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Zelig

Zelig

You wanted more when it was all over!

Fictional documentary about the life of human chameleon Leonard Zelig, a man who becomes a celebrity in the 1920s due to his ability to look and act like whoever is around him. Clever editing places Zelig in real newsreel footage of Woodrow Wilson, Babe Ruth, and others.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Zelig
  • Genres: Comedy
  • Release Date: 1983-07-15
  • Runtime: 79 minutes
  • Rating: 7.4/10 (897 votes)
  • Budget: $13,500,000
  • Revenue: $11,798,616
  • Production Companies: Orion Pictures, Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.6588
  • Languages: English, German

Cast & Crew

Woody Allen

Woody Allen

as Leonard Zelig

Mia Farrow

Mia Farrow

as Dr. Eudora Nesbitt Fletcher

Patrick Horgan

Patrick Horgan

as The Narrator (voice)

John Buckwalter

John Buckwalter

as Dr. Sindell

Marvin Chatinover

Marvin Chatinover

as Glandular Diagnosis Doctor

Stanley Swerdlow

Stanley Swerdlow

as Mexican Food Doctor

Paul Nevens

Paul Nevens

as Dr. Birsky

Howard Erskine

Howard Erskine

as Hypodermic Doctor

Richard Whiting

Richard Whiting

as Other Doctor

Ralph Bell

Ralph Bell

as Other Doctor

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

35mm Theatrical Teaser Trailer [4K] [FTD-0893]

External Links

Keywords

great depressioncelebritymockumentarychameleonpsychiatristfound footagenewsreel footageelectroconvulsive therapy1920s1930shistorical imagesmockinghistorical events

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zelig?

Zelig is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1983-07-15.

Who are the main actors in Zelig?

The main cast includes Woody Allen, Mia Farrow, Patrick Horgan, John Buckwalter, Marvin Chatinover, .

Where can I watch Zelig online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Zelig is available.

Is Zelig based on a true story?

You wanted more when it was all over!

What is the IMDb rating of Zelig?

Zelig has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 897 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Zelig?

The movie had a production budget of $13,500,000 and earned $11,798,616 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Zelig?

The soundtrack was composed by Orion Pictures, Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Zelig filmed?

Zelig was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Zelig?

The total runtime of Zelig is 79 minutes.

Is Zelig suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Zelig?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Zelig.

Does Zelig have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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