The Promotion

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The Promotion

"Two guys. One job. No rules."

2008

1h 26m

5.3(261 votes)

Comedy

Overview

Two assistant managers of a corporate grocery store vie for a coveted promotion.

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Cast & Crew

15 members

Acting

Seann William Scott

Doug Stauber

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John C. Reilly

Richard Wehlner

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Jenna Fischer

Jen Stauber

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Lili Taylor

Lori Wehlner

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Gil Bellows

Mitch

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Rick Gonzalez

Ernesto

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Adrian Martinez

Octavio

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Fred Armisen

Scott Fargas

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Bobby Cannavale

Dr. Timms

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Masi Oka

Realtor

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Jason Bateman

Retreat Leader

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Ithamar Enriquez

Rogelio

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Blair Lewin

Pedestrian (uncredited)

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Chris Conrad

Teddy Grahams

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David Charles DuBois

Doctor

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