The Wrong Guy is a 1997 Canadian comedy film directed by David Steinberg. The film stars Dave Foley as Nelson Hibbert, a man who, after being mistaken for a murderer, goes on the run to clear his name.
When Nagel Industries' current president unexpectedly dies, Nelson fully expects to be promoted to the position. However, the position is given to someone else, and a dejected Nelson goes to confront Mr. Nagel about it. When he arrives at Nagel's office, he finds the man dead. In a moment of panic, Nelson flees the scene and becomes the prime suspect in the murder investigation.
Nelson is determined to clear his name, so he sets out on a journey to find the real killer. As he travels across the country, he encounters a series of mishaps, including mistaken identity, car chases, and run-ins with the police.
Meanwhile, the actual killer, who is still at large, is trying to track down Nelson to silence him for good. As the two men race towards each other, the truth of what really happened begins to unfold.
The Wrong Guy is a comedic take on the classic thriller genre, with Dave Foley delivering an engaging and hilarious performance as a hapless man trying to clear his name. The film also features a strong supporting cast, including Colm Feore, David Anthony Higgins, and Jennifer Tilly.
