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Nightcrawler (2014)

โ€œThe city shines brightest at night.โ€

7.7/10 ยท 12,122 votes 1h 58m r ThrillerDramaCrime

#20 of 309 films from 2014 #126 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Dan Gilroy ยท Written by Dan Gilroy

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Overview

When Lou Bloom, desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A. crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story. Aiding him in his effort is Nina, a TV-news veteran.

Cast

Jake Gyllenhaalas Louis Bloom
Riz Ahmedas Rick
Rene Russoas Nina Romina
Bill Paxtonas Joe Loder
Kevin Rahmas Frank Kruse
Michael Hyattas Detective Frontieri
Price Carsonas Detective Lieberman
Kent Shocknekas Kent Shocknek
Sharon Tayas Sharon Tay
Ann Cusackas Linda
Carolyn Gilroyas Jenny
Marco Rodrรญguezas Scrapyard Owner
Michael Papajohnas Security Guard
Jonny Coyneas Pawn Shop Owner

Facts

Release dateOctober 23, 2014
Runtime118 min (1h 58m) โ€” longer as the 2014 average of 105 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$8,500,000
Box office$47,425,835 (5.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt2872718

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Questions

How long is Nightcrawler?
Nightcrawler runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Is Nightcrawler worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 12,122 votes, which places it #20 of 309 films released in 2014 in this index (top 94%) and #126 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Nightcrawler?
Nightcrawler was directed by Dan Gilroy. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017), Velvet Buzzsaw (2019).
Who stars in Nightcrawler?
Jake Gyllenhaal as Louis Bloom; Riz Ahmed as Rick; Rene Russo as Nina Romina; Bill Paxton as Joe Loder; Kevin Rahm as Frank Kruse; Michael Hyatt as Detective Frontieri.
What is Nightcrawler rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Nightcrawler?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/23191.

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