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The Mesmerist (2002)

Movie ★ 4.7 95 min

Horror

Based on an Edgar Allan Poe story, this film tells the grimly comic tale of a bad-tempered old man (Howard Hesseman) who cheats death, only to go on tormenting the living. When a medical experiment leaves the grouch hovering between life and death (and able to describe the world beyond), things get tricky for his daughter (Jessica Capshaw) and her beau (Neil Patrick Harris, of "Doogie Howser, M.D." fame), who can't get their hands on his estate.

Gil Cates Jr. Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 11, 2002
Runtime
95 min
IMDb
tt0272730
Language
Studio
Roxbury Films

Cast

Neil Patrick Harris Neil Patrick Harris Benjamin Jessica Capshaw Jessica Capshaw Daisy Valdemar Jason Carter Jason Carter Dr. Pretory Howard Hesseman Howard Hesseman Mr. Valdemar Jo Champa Jo Champa Consuela George Wyner George Wyner Dr. Hoffler Michael A. Goorjian Michael A. Goorjian Coroner #1 Richmond Arquette Richmond Arquette Coroner #2 Galina Jovovich Galina Jovovich Mother

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Mesmerist about?
Based on an Edgar Allan Poe story, this film tells the grimly comic tale of a bad-tempered old man (Howard Hesseman) who cheats death, only to go on tormenting the living. When a medical experiment leaves the grouch hovering between life and death (and able to describe the world beyond), things get tricky for his daughter (Jessica Capshaw) and her beau (Neil Patrick Harris, of "Doogie Howser, M.D." fame), who can't get their hands on his estate.
Who directed The Mesmerist?
The Mesmerist was directed by Gil Cates Jr..
Who stars in The Mesmerist?
The Mesmerist stars Neil Patrick Harris, Jessica Capshaw, Jason Carter, Howard Hesseman.
When was The Mesmerist released?
The Mesmerist is a 2002 horror film.
Where can I watch The Mesmerist?
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