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A Complete Unknown (2024)

“The ballad of a true original.”

7.1/10 · 1,567 votes 2h 21m r DramaHistoryMusic

#36 of 177 films from 2024 #1599 of 3759 in drama

Directed by James Mangold · Written by Jay Cocks, James Mangold

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Overview

New York, early 1960s. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives in the West Village with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music.

Cast

Timothée Chalametas Bob Dylan
Monica Barbaroas Joan Baez
Elle Fanningas Sylvie Russo
Nick Offermanas Alan Lomax
Boyd Holbrookas Johnny Cash
Joe Tippettas Dave Van Ronk
P.J. Byrneas Harold Levanthal
Eriko Hatsuneas Toshi Seeger
Edward Nortonas Pete Seeger
Peter Gray Lewisas Frank (Lawyer)
Scoot McNairyas Woody Guthrie
Dan Fogleras Albert Grossman
Will Harrisonas Bob Neuwirth
Charlie Tahanas Al Kooper

Facts

Release dateDecember 25, 2024
Runtime141 min (2h 21m) — longer as the 2024 average of 112 min
GenresDrama, History, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$65,000,000
Box office$140,508,652 (2.2× budget)
IMDbtt11563598

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Questions

How long is A Complete Unknown?
A Complete Unknown runs 141 minutes (2h 21m).
Is A Complete Unknown worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 1,567 votes, which places it #36 of 177 films released in 2024 in this index (top 80%) and #1599 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed A Complete Unknown?
A Complete Unknown was directed by James Mangold. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Ford v Ferrari (2019), Logan (2017), Girl, Interrupted (1999).
Who stars in A Complete Unknown?
Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan; Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez; Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo; Nick Offerman as Alan Lomax; Boyd Holbrook as Johnny Cash; Joe Tippett as Dave Van Ronk.
What is A Complete Unknown rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for A Complete Unknown?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/20992.

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