The Imposter

Where to Watch The Imposter (2012) (Legally)

There are two sides to every lie.
Jul 13, 2012 GB 99 min M
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What to expect (spoiler-free)

Here’s what to expect from “ (2012), without spoilers.

Genre-wise, it leans into Documentary, Mystery, Crime, with a runtime around 99 minutes.

Cast highlights include Frédéric Bourdin, Adam O'Brian, Anna Ruben, Cathy Dresbach.

For families, checking the local age rating is recommended before watching.

Topics & keywords

kidnapping, investigation, fake identity, biography, disappearance, investigator, stolen identity, missing child, child kidnapping, identity theft, missing son

Official trailer

Watch the official trailer on YouTube

Plot

In 1994, a 13-year-old boy disappeared without a trace from his home in San Antonio, Texas. Three-and-a-half years later, he is found alive in a village in southern Spain with a horrifying story of kidnap and torture. His family is overjoyed to bring him home. But all is not quite as it seems.

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Main cast

Adam O'Brian
as Frédéric Bourdin
Anna Ruben
as Carey Gibson
Cathy Dresbach
as Nancy Fisher
Alan Teichman
as Charlie Parker
Iván Villanueva
as Social Worker
Ken Appledorn
as Vice Consul
Mary Twala
as Granny
Seipati Motshwane
as Rethabile