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Pi (1998)

โ€œFaith in chaos.โ€

7.1/10 ยท 2,603 votes 1h 24m r ThrillerDramaMystery

#35 of 123 films from 1998 #508 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Darren Aronofsky ยท Written by Darren Aronofsky, Sean Gullette, Eric Watson

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Overview

A mathematical genius discovers a link between numbers and reality, and thus believes he can predict the future.

Cast

Sean Gulletteas Maximillian Cohen
Mark Margolisas Sol Robeson
Ben Shenkmanas Lenny Meyer
Pamela Hartas Marcy Dawson
Stephen Pearlmanas Rabbi Cohen
Samia Shoaibas Devi
Ajay Naiduas Farroukh
Kristyn Mae-Anne Laoas Jenna
Espher Lao Nievesas Jenna's Mom
Joanne Gordonas Mrs. Ovadia
Lauren Foxas Jenny Robeson
Stanley B. Hermanas Moustacheless Man
Clint Mansellas Photographer
Tom Tumminelloas Ephraim

Facts

Release dateJuly 10, 1998
Runtime84 min (1h 24m) โ€” shorter as the 1998 average of 109 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$60,000
Box office$3,221,152 (53.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0138704

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Questions

How long is Pi?
Pi runs 84 minutes (1h 24m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Pi worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 2,603 votes, which places it #35 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 72%) and #508 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Pi?
Pi was directed by Darren Aronofsky. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Requiem for a Dream (2000), The Whale (2022), Black Swan (2010).
Who stars in Pi?
Sean Gullette as Maximillian Cohen; Mark Margolis as Sol Robeson; Ben Shenkman as Lenny Meyer; Pamela Hart as Marcy Dawson; Stephen Pearlman as Rabbi Cohen; Samia Shoaib as Devi.
What is Pi rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Pi?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1922.

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