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True Story (2015)

โ€œSome mysteries are beyond belief.โ€

6.3/10 ยท 2,122 votes 1h 39m r DramaHistoryCrime

#187 of 292 films from 2015 #3099 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Rupert Goold ยท Written by David Kajganich, Rupert Goold

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Overview

A drama centered on the relationship between journalist Michael Finkel and Christian Longo, an FBI Most Wanted List murderer who for years lived outside the U.S. under Finkel's name.

Cast

Jonah Hillas Michael Finkel
James Francoas Christian Longo
Felicity Jonesas Jill Barker
Maria Dizziaas Mary Jane Longo
Ethan Supleeas Pat Frato
Robert John Burkeas Greg Ganley
Charlotte Driscollas Sadie Longo
Kohl Sudduthas Police Officer
Conor Kikotas Zach Longo
Stella Rae Payneas Madison Longo
Byron Jenningsas Judge Odenkirk
Gretchen Molas Karen
Betty Gilpinas Cheryl
Seth Barrishas Blaise

Facts

Release dateApril 17, 2015
Runtime99 min (1h 39m) โ€” about the same as the 2015 average of 106 min
GenresDrama, History, Crime
LanguageEN
Box office$5,261,595
IMDbtt2273657

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Questions

How long is True Story?
True Story runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Is True Story worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 2,122 votes, which places it #187 of 292 films released in 2015 in this index (top 36%) and #3099 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed True Story?
True Story was directed by Rupert Goold. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Judy (2019).
Who stars in True Story?
Jonah Hill as Michael Finkel; James Franco as Christian Longo; Felicity Jones as Jill Barker; Maria Dizzia as Mary Jane Longo; Ethan Suplee as Pat Frato; Robert John Burke as Greg Ganley.
What is True Story rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for True Story?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/24868.

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