The Con (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1998, The Con is a comedy, drama, crime and romance film directed by Steven Schachter, running about 92 minutes. “How The Ultimate Scam Led To The Perfect Romance.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A lonely gas station attendent in Mississippi falls in love with a con woman who wants to get her hands on an inheritance he doesn't know about.
Who’s in it. The Con stars William H. Macy as Bobby, Rebecca De Mornay as Barbara Beaton / Nancy Thoroughgood, Mike Nussbaum as Harry and Angela Paton as Lyla, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Con has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Con page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Con tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Con (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Con change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Con worth watching?
- The Con holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Con?
- The Con stars William H. Macy, Rebecca De Mornay, Mike Nussbaum, Angela Paton and Frances Sternhagen.
- When was The Con released?
- The Con was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.