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Wag the Dog (1997)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President's adviser hires a Hollywood producer to help him stage a fake war.
Cast
Dustin Hoffmanas Stanley Motss
Robert De Niroas Conrad Brean
Anne Hecheas Winifred Ames
Woody Harrelsonas Sergeant William Schumann
Denis Learyas Fad King
Willie Nelsonas Johnny Dean
Andrea Martinas Liz Butsky
Kirsten Dunstas Tracy Lime
William H. Macyas CIA Agent Charles Young
David Koechneras Director
Michael Belsonas President
Suzanne Cryeras Amy Cain
John Michael Higginsas John Levy
Suzie Plaksonas Grace
Facts
| Release date | December 25, 1997 |
| Runtime | 97 min (1h 37m) โ shorter as the 1997 average of 109 min |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $15,000,000 |
| Box office | $64,256,513 (4.3ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0120885 |
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Questions
How long is Wag the Dog?
Wag the Dog runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is Wag the Dog worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 1,094 votes, which places it #43 of 113 films released in 1997 in this index (top 63%) and #907 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Wag the Dog?
Wag the Dog was directed by Barry Levinson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Rain Man (1988), Sleepers (1996), Good Morning, Vietnam (1987).
Who stars in Wag the Dog?
Dustin Hoffman as Stanley Motss; Robert De Niro as Conrad Brean; Anne Heche as Winifred Ames; Woody Harrelson as Sergeant William Schumann; Denis Leary as Fad King; Willie Nelson as Johnny Dean.
What is Wag the Dog rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Wag the Dog?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1472.