Second Best

Jealousy overwhelms a group of friends, particularly struggling writer Elliot, as they prepare for the homecoming of their old friend, a wildly successful L.A. producer.

Cast

Joe Pantoliano

as Elliot

Boyd Gaines

as Richard

Peter Gerety

as Marshall

Bronson Pinchot

as Doc Klingenstein

Matthew Arkin

as Gerald

Jennifer Tilly

as Carole

Stephen Bogardus

as George

Barbara Barrie

as Dorothea

Polly Draper

as Paula

James Ryan

as Danny

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