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The Fabelmans (2022)

โ€œCapture every moment.โ€

7.6/10 ยท 2,803 votes 2h 31m pg-13 Drama

#30 of 226 films from 2022 #611 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Steven Spielberg ยท Written by Steven Spielberg, Tony Kushner

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Overview

Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.

Cast

Michelle Williamsas Mitzi Fabelman
Paul Danoas Burt Fabelman
Gabriel LaBelleas Sammy Fabelman
Seth Rogenas Benny Loewy
David Lynchas John Ford
Jeannie Berlinas Hadassah Fabelman
Julia Buttersas Reggie Fabelman
Keeley Karstenas Natalie Fabelman
Sam Rechneras Logan Hall
Judd Hirschas Uncle Boris
Mateo Zoryan Francis-DeFordas Younger Sammy Fabelman
Chloe Eastas Monica Sherwood
Isabelle Kusmanas Claudia Denning
Robin Bartlettas Tina Schildkraut

Facts

Release dateNovember 11, 2022
Runtime151 min (2h 31m) โ€” longer as the 2022 average of 113 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$45,629,909 (1.1ร— budget)
IMDbtt14208870

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Questions

How long is The Fabelmans?
The Fabelmans runs 151 minutes (2h 31m), which is long for a drama โ€” plan for it.
Is The Fabelmans worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 2,803 votes, which places it #30 of 226 films released in 2022 in this index (top 87%) and #611 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Fabelmans?
The Fabelmans was directed by Steven Spielberg. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Schindler's List (1993), Saving Private Ryan (1998), Jurassic Park (1993).
Who stars in The Fabelmans?
Michelle Williams as Mitzi Fabelman; Paul Dano as Burt Fabelman; Gabriel LaBelle as Sammy Fabelman; Seth Rogen as Benny Loewy; David Lynch as John Ford; Jeannie Berlin as Hadassah Fabelman.
What is The Fabelmans rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Fabelmans?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/17711.

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