Celebrity
A jaded writer-turned‑entertainment reporter dives into Manhattan’s glittering party circuit to revive his stalled career, only to discover that the superficial fame he chases threatens to eclipse any chance of personal fulfillment.
“A funny look at people who will do anything to get famous... or stay famous.”
Synopsis
Lee's career and personal life have come to a standstill, prompting him to divorce his shy wife, Robin, and begin a new job as an entertainment journalist. His assignments lead him to the most exclusive parts of Manhattan, but as he moves from one extravagant party to another and enters into multiple superficial relationships, he begins to question the value of his work. At the same time, prominent TV producer Tony becomes interested in Robin and introduces her to the world of celebrity.
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Principal cast & crew: 19
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Edited by Susan E MorseShot by Sven NykvistDesigned by Santo Loquasto
Box Office
1998 · Box office
📉 Underperformed — grossed 0.4× its budget
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Worldwide gross
$5.1M
Opening weekend: $1.6M — 31% of its US run.
Opening week (7-day): $2.3M — 45% of its US & Canada run.
Peak 493 theaters
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- Celebrity – Schön. Reich. Berühmt.de
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Cast & Crew
19 unique people credited
Top billed cast
Kenneth Branagh
as Lee Simon
Judy Davis
as Robin Simon
Leonardo Dicaprio
as Brandon Darrow
Judy Davis Nm0001114
as Robin Simon
Greg Mottola
as Director
Jeff Mazzola
as Assistant Director
Dick Mingalone
as Camera Operator
Vladimir Bibic
as Director of Photography
Melanie Griffith
as Nicole Oliver
Francisco Quijada
as Erno Delucca
Aleksa Palladino
as Production Assistant
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1Writers
1Producers
1Other crew
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