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The Deli
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The Deli

1997-11-07 · 96 min · ★ 4.8

Drama · Comedy

An enchanting slice-of-life comedy about a hard luck gambler who gets in over his head when he starts putting his store's profits on the line.

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Directors
John A. Gallagher
Production companies
Golden Monkey Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Revenue
USD 5,675

Top Cast

Mike StarrMike StarrJohnny
Matt KeeslarMatt KeeslarAndy
Judith MalinaJudith MalinaVincenza Amico
Brian VincentBrian VincentPinky
Heavy DHeavy DBo
Ice-TIce-TPhil the Meat Man
ImanImanAvocado Lady
Michael ImperioliMichael ImperioliMatty
David JohansenDavid JohansenThe Cabbie
Heather MatarazzoHeather MatarazzoSabrina
Debi MazarDebi MazarTeresa
Malachy McCourtMalachy McCourtO'Reilly
William McNamaraWilliam McNamaraKevin
Gretchen MolGretchen MolMary
Chris NothChris NothSal the Trash Man
Tony SiricoTony SiricoTony
Jerry StillerJerry StillerPetey Cheesecake
Frank VincentFrank VincentTommy Tomatoes
Burt YoungBurt YoungJC
Reb BrownReb BrownCon Artist

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