Chain of Fools
“Why should smart people get all the money?”
An avid detective is assigned to investigate the heist of a batch of precious coins that end up in the hands of a suicidal barber.
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Where is Chain of Fools streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | Allstars Amazon Channel, Joyn | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Spain | Filmin | Apple TV Store |
| Brazil | — | Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD |
About Chain of Fools
Chain of Fools is a 2001 English-language crime and comedy film directed by Pontus Löwenhielm and Patrick von Krusenstjerna. The cast is led by Steve Zahn, Salma Hayek Pinault, Elijah Wood. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 5.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Chain of Fools was produced by Bel Air Entertainment, City Block Productions, and Lord-Weaver and made in United States of America. It was released on March 3, 2001, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Pontus Löwenhielm, Patrick von Krusenstjerna
- Writers
- Bix Skahill
- Release date
- March 3, 2001
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $20 million
- Production
- Bel Air Entertainment, City Block Productions, Lord-Weaver
Chain of Fools cast & crew
Chain of Fools was directed by Pontus Löwenhielm and Patrick von Krusenstjerna and written by Bix Skahill.
The cast features Steve Zahn as Kresk, Salma Hayek Pinault as Kolko, Elijah Wood as Mikey, Jeff Goldblum as Avnet, David Cross as Andy, and Tom Wilkinson as Bollingsworth.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by David A. Hughes, cinematography is by Frederick Elmes, and it was produced by Charles Block and Tony Lord.
Is Chain of Fools worth watching?
Chain of Fools holds an audience score of 5.8/10 from 84 ratings, a more divisive crime films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime and comedy, Chain of Fools is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Chain of Fools
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Cast of Chain of Fools
Steve Zahn
Kresk
Salma Hayek Pinault
Kolko
Elijah Wood
Mikey
Jeff Goldblum
Avnet
David Cross
Andy
Tom Wilkinson
Bollingsworth
Orlando Jones
Miss Cocoa
Kevin Corrigan
Paulie
David Hyde Pierce
Mr. Kerner
Lara Flynn Boyle
Karen
Michael Rapaport
Hitman
John Cassini
Henchman
Chain of Fools — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Chain of Fools in United States?
Chain of Fools is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Chain of Fools in?
Chain of Fools is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Chain of Fools?
Chain of Fools runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Chain of Fools rated?
Chain of Fools is rated R. It holds a 5.8/10 audience score from 84 ratings.
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