The Producers (2005) stars Nathan Lane as Max Bialystock, Matthew Broderick as Leo Bloom, and Uma Thurman as Ulla Inga Hansen Benson-Yansen-Hedstrom-Tysen-Fjord-Fjord-Svenson-Svenson.
Main cast
- Max BialystockNathan LaneMain
- Leo BloomMatthew BroderickMain
- UllaUma ThurmanMain
- Franz LiebkindWill FerrellMain
- Roger De BrisGary BeachMain
- Carmen GhiaRoger BartMain
Supporting cast
- Mr. MarksJohn BarrowmanSupp
- BryanBrad OscarSupp
- Dr. Kissinger / Actor / Prison Guard (triple role)Michael McKeanSupp
- Hold Me Touch MeAndrea MartinSupp
- Jason GreenJon LovitzSupp
- Jury Foreman / Judge / ActorJohnnie Lyne-PirkisSupp
Guest & voice
- Herself (cameo)Debra MonkGuest
- Himself (cameo)Mel BrooksGuest
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About this cast
Based on Mel Brooks’s 1968 film and 2001 Broadway musical, the 2005 film adaptation The Producers stars Nathan Lane as flamboyant Broadway producer Max Bialystock, Matthew Broderick as the neurotic accountant Leo Bloom, and Uma Thurman as the Swedish bombshell Ulla. The trio hatch a scheme to produce the worst musical ever, ‘Springtime for Hitler’, only for it to become an unexpected hit.
FAQs
Who plays Max Bialystock in The Producers?
Nathan Lane plays the lead role of Max Bialystock, a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer, in the 2005 film. He originated the same role in the 2001 Broadway musical adaptation.
Who plays Leo Bloom in The Producers?
Matthew Broderick plays Leo Bloom, the timid accountant who helps Max devise their outrageous scheme. Broderick also starred as Bloom in the original Broadway production.
Who plays Ulla in The Producers?
Uma Thurman portrays Ulla, the Swedish actress who becomes the love interest and eventual star of their disastrous musical.
Is the 2005 film The Producers a musical?
Yes, the 2005 film is a musical comedy directed by Susan Stroman, based on the 2001 Broadway musical (which was itself adapted from Mel Brooks’s original 1968 film). The film includes songs such as ‘Springtime for Hitler’ and ‘I Wanna Be a Producer’.
Are there any notable cameos in The Producers?
Yes, the film features several cameos: Mel Brooks appears in multiple roles (as the singer of the song ‘The King of Broadway’, the transgender actor playing Hitler in the show, and other small parts), and Debra Monk appears as a wealthy older woman.
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