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Long Shot (2019)

“Unlikely but not impossible.”

6.7/10 · 2,970 votes 2h 5m r ComedyRomance

#158 of 296 films from 2019 #1230 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Jonathan Levine · Written by Dan Sterling, Liz Hannah

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Overview

Journalist Fred Flarsky reunites with his childhood crush, Charlotte Field, now one of the most influential women in the world. As she prepares to make a run for the Presidency, Charlotte hires Fred as her speechwriter — much to the dismay of her trusted advisers.

Cast

Charlize Theronas Charlotte Field
Seth Rogenas Fred Flarsky
O'Shea Jackson Jr.as Lance
June Diane Raphaelas Maggie Millikin
Ravi Patelas Tom
Andy Serkisas Parker Wembley
Bob Odenkirkas President Chambers
Alexander Skarsgårdas Prime Minister James Steward
Tristan D. Lallaas Agent M
Braxton Herdaas Young Fred
Aviva Mongilloas Young Charlotte
Randall Parkas Boss
James Saitoas Minister Kishido
Lisa Kudrowas Katherine

Facts

Release dateMay 2, 2019
Runtime125 min (2h 5m) — longer as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Romance
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
IMDbtt2139881

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Questions

How long is Long Shot?
Long Shot runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
Is Long Shot worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 2,970 votes, which places it #158 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 47%) and #1230 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Long Shot?
Long Shot was directed by Jonathan Levine. Other well-rated titles by the same director: 50/50 (2011), Warm Bodies (2013), The Night Before (2015).
Who stars in Long Shot?
Charlize Theron as Charlotte Field; Seth Rogen as Fred Flarsky; O'Shea Jackson Jr. as Lance; June Diane Raphael as Maggie Millikin; Ravi Patel as Tom; Andy Serkis as Parker Wembley.
What is Long Shot rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Long Shot?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/11375.

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