Means and Ends

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Means and Ends

1987

1h 45m

7.0(1 votes)

Drama

Overview

The makers of a sexploitation film deceive the officials of a small Illinois town into believing they are making a wholesome comedy.

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Cast & Crew

9 members

Acting

Reed Birney

Ryan

Acting

Jack Fletcher

Stewart

Acting

Lori Lethin

Kelly

Acting

Cyril O'Reilly

Jeff

Acting

Kevin Scott Allen

Howard's Son

Acting

Cinda Adams

Receptionist

Acting

John Randolph

Bill Henderson

Acting

William Windom

Burt

Acting

Doyle Baker

Tommy Watkins

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