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Stealing Harvard
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Stealing Harvard

2002-09-13 · 85 min · ★ 4.9

Crime · Comedy · Drama

John and his girlfriend have vowed to marry once they save $30,000 for their dream house. But the minute they achieve their financial goal, John finds out his niece has been accepted at Harvard, and he's reminded of his promise to pay for her tuition (nearly $30,000). John's friend Duff convinces him to turn to petty crime to make the payment … but Duff's hare-brained schemes spin quickly out of control.

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Directors
Bruce McCulloch
Production companies
Revolution Studios, Imagine Entertainment
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 25,000,000
Revenue
USD 14,277,032

Top Cast

Jason LeeJason LeeJohn Plummer
Tom GreenTom GreenWalter P. 'Duff' Duffy
Leslie MannLeslie MannElaine Warner
Megan MullallyMegan MullallyPatty Plummer
Dennis FarinaDennis FarinaMr. Warner
Tammy BlanchardTammy BlanchardNoreen Plummer
Richard JenkinsRichard JenkinsHonorable Judge Emmett Cook
Chris PennChris PennDavid Loach
John C. McGinleyJohn C. McGinleyDetective Charles
Seymour CasselSeymour CasselUncle Jack
Don WilsonDon WilsonLoach's Friend
Martin StarrMartin StarrLiquor Store Clerk
Bruce McCullochBruce McCullochFidio the Lawyer
Mary GillisMary GillisDuff's Mom
Ken MageeKen MageeButcher
Nick OffermanNick OffermanElectrician
Paul FeigPaul FeigElectrician
Jeanette MillerGrandma
Thomas Rosales Jr.Thomas Rosales Jr.Loach's Bandit
Steffiana De La CruzSteffiana De La CruzLoach's Girlfriend

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