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Behind the Mask

1999·Movie·NR·90 min·5.5(6)

Dr. Bob Shushan is an overworked and absent father who runs a centre for the mentally and physically challenged. When Shushan suffers a heart attack, his life is saved by James Jones, a young patient at the center. The two men forge a friendship and help each other rekindle the father-son bond that has been missing in their lives.

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About Behind the Mask

Behind the Mask is a 1999 English-language drama and tv movie film directed by Tom McLoughlin. The cast is led by Donald Sutherland, Matthew Fox, Mary McDonnell. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel.

Behind the Mask was produced by Morrow-Heus Productions, Once Upon a Time Films, and CBS and made in United States of America. It was released on February 28, 1999, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Tom McLoughlin
Writers
Gregory Goodell
Release date
February 28, 1999
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Morrow-Heus Productions, Once Upon a Time Films, CBS
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Behind the Mask cast & crew

Behind the Mask was directed by Tom McLoughlin and written by Gregory Goodell.

The cast features Donald Sutherland as Dr. Bob Shushan, Matthew Fox as James Jones, Mary McDonnell as Mary Shushan, Bradley Whitford as Brian Shushan, Lorena Gale as Mrs. Flowers, and Ron Sauvé as Gordon Jones.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jonathan Goldsmith, cinematography is by Arthur Albert, and it was produced by Stanley M. Brooks and Gregory Goodell.

Is Behind the Mask worth watching?

At 1h 30m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama and tv movie, Behind the Mask is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Behind the Mask

Donald Sutherland

Donald Sutherland

Dr. Bob Shushan

Matthew Fox

Matthew Fox

James Jones

Mary McDonnell

Mary McDonnell

Mary Shushan

Bradley Whitford

Bradley Whitford

Brian Shushan

Lorena Gale

Lorena Gale

Mrs. Flowers

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Ron Sauvé

Gordon Jones

Currie Graham

Currie Graham

Geller

Sheila Larken

Sheila Larken

Dana

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Jennifer Clement

Kimberly Shushan

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Dillon Moen

Avery Shusan

Ty Olsson

Ty Olsson

Truck Driver

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Deanna Williams

Hospital Clerk

Behind the Mask — FAQs

Where can I watch Behind the Mask in United States?

Behind the Mask is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV in United States.

Is Behind the Mask on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Behind the Mask is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Behind the Mask in?

Behind the Mask is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Behind the Mask?

Behind the Mask runs 1 hours 30 minutes (90 minutes).

What is Behind the Mask rated?

Behind the Mask is rated NR. It holds a 5.5/10 audience score from 6 ratings.

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