The Real Deal (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 4

Released in 2002, The Real Deal is a thriller and romance film directed by Tom Burruss, running about 86 minutes. “Never double cross a shark... especially in Hollywood!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Vince Vassar, an infamous Hollywood producer, thinks that the power he wields is limitless. But when he shuts his employee Sammy out of the multi-million dollar movie deal that Sammy brought him, the scorned assistant decides to eliminate Vince from the deal, and from every future one. Unfortunately, Vince's wife already has a plan for her husband's life and his money. Now a deadly web has been woven in which no one know who can trust whom.
Who’s in it. The Real Deal stars Lillo Brancato as Samy Saxo, Joseph D. Reitman as Freddy, Daniel Baldwin as Vince Vassar and Angie Everhart as Samantha Vassar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Real Deal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Real Deal page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Real Deal tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Real Deal (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Real Deal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Real Deal worth watching?
- The Real Deal holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Real Deal?
- The Real Deal stars Lillo Brancato, Joseph D. Reitman, Daniel Baldwin, Angie Everhart and Costas Mandylor.
- When was The Real Deal released?
- The Real Deal was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.