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Joy (2015)

“In America, the ordinary needs the extraordinary every single day.”

6.6/10 · 4,358 votes 2h 4m pg-13 ComedyDrama

#135 of 292 films from 2015 #1348 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by David O. Russell · Written by David O. Russell, Annie Mumolo

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Overview

A story based on the life of a struggling Long Island single mom who became one of the country's most successful entrepreneurs.

Cast

Jennifer Lawrenceas Joy
Robert De Niroas Rudy
Bradley Cooperas Neil Walker
Edgar Ramírezas Tony
Diane Laddas Mimi
Virginia Madsenas Terry
Isabella Rossellinias Trudy
Dascha Polancoas Jackie
Elisabeth Röhmas Peggy
Susan Luccias Danica
Laura Wrightas Clarinda
Maurice Benardas Ridge
Donna Millsas Priscilla
Jimmy Jean-Louisas Toussaint

Facts

Release dateDecember 24, 2015
Runtime124 min (2h 4m) — longer as the 2015 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$60,000,000
Box office$101,134,059 (1.7× budget)
IMDbtt2446980

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Questions

How long is Joy?
Joy runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Is Joy worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 4,358 votes, which places it #135 of 292 films released in 2015 in this index (top 54%) and #1348 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Joy?
Joy was directed by David O. Russell. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Fighter (2010), Silver Linings Playbook (2012), American Hustle (2013).
Who stars in Joy?
Jennifer Lawrence as Joy; Robert De Niro as Rudy; Bradley Cooper as Neil Walker; Edgar Ramírez as Tony; Diane Ladd as Mimi; Virginia Madsen as Terry.
What is Joy rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Joy?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1487.

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