Wheeler
It all begins with a song.
Feb 3, 2017 · 1h 40m · Drama, Music
⭐ 6.8· 10 votes
Director Ryan Ross
Writer Stephen Dorff
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Overview
The story of an aspiring musician from Kaufman, Texas who travels to Nashville with the lifelong dream of trying his hand at country music. By embodying the title character under prosthetic make up, actor Stephen Dorff successfully infiltrates Music City and takes his character on an authentic singer / songwriter journey. With the help of key allies on the ground, "Wheeler" converses with real people in real locations, with every musical number performed live. The line between reality and fiction blurs as Wheeler chases his dream in this touching tribute to old school country legends.
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Cast
Stephen Dorff
Wheeler
Kris Kristofferson
Himself
Audrey Spillman
Herself
Bobby Tomberlin
Himself
Bart Herbison
Himself
Jim Ed Norman
Himself
Travis Meadows
Himself
Josh Adelstein
Bobby T's Friend
William Todd Austin
Toddzilla
David Bates
Curb Studio Assistant Engineer
Dena Brown
Bobby's Idle Hour Bartender
Sherri Callahan
Hermitage Waitress
Jennie DiDominzio
Music City Bar Bartender
Ron Harman
Bus Tour Guide
Mary Haynes
NSAI Receptionist
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