Michael
2026 · Music · Drama
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Film / 2014
The Identical
Directed by
Dustin Marcellino
During the Great Depression, identical twins are separated at birth. One, Drexel Hemsley becomes a wildly successful '50s rock star, while the other, Ryan Wade, struggles to balance his passion for music and pleasing his parents, who want him to become a preacher. Finally, Ryan rebels against his parents' wishes and launches his own music career -- performing the hits of Drexel Hemsley. Ryan later learns the truth about Drexel when their fates tragically collide.
The story
During the Great Depression, identical twins are separated at birth. One, Drexel Hemsley becomes a wildly successful '50s rock star, while the other, Ryan Wade, struggles to balance his passion for music and pleasing his parents, who want him to become a preacher. Finally, Ryan rebels against his parents' wishes and launches his own music career -- performing the hits of Drexel Hemsley. Ryan later learns the truth about Drexel when their fates tragically collide.
Cast
Blake RayneRyan Wade / Drexel Hemsley
Ashley JuddLouise Wade
Ray LiottaReece Wade
Amanda CrewHelen Hemsley
Seth GreenDino
Danny WoodburnDamon
Brian GeraghtyWilliam Hemsley
Joe PantolianoAvi Hirshberg
Erin CottrellJenny O'Brien
Waylon PayneTony Nash
Noah UrreaRyan Wade (9 Years)
Andrea CollinsBar Patron / Concert Goer
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