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The Walk (2015)

“Every dream begins with a single step”

7.0/10 · 3,445 votes 2h 3m pg AdventureDramaHistory

#88 of 292 films from 2015 #584 of 1617 in adventure

Directed by Robert Zemeckis · Written by Robert Zemeckis, Philippe Petit, Christopher Browne

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Overview

The story of French high-wire artist Philippe Petit's attempt to cross the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974.

Cast

Joseph Gordon-Levittas Philippe Petit
Ben Kingsleyas Papa Rudy
Charlotte Le Bonas Annie Allix
James Badge Daleas J.P.
Clément Sibonyas Jean-Louis
César Domboyas Jeff / Jean-François
Benedict Samuelas David
Ben Schwartzas Albert
Steve Valentineas Barry Greenhouse
Mark Camachoas Guy Tozolli
Sergio Di Zioas Officer Genco
Kwasi Songuias Man with Plaid Sports Coat
Melantha Blackthorneas Parisian Flower Child
Jason Blickeras Officer Daley

Facts

Release dateSeptember 30, 2015
Runtime123 min (2h 3m) — longer as the 2015 average of 106 min
GenresAdventure, Drama, History
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$61,181,942 (1.7× budget)
IMDbtt3488710

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Questions

How long is The Walk?
The Walk runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Is The Walk worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 3,445 votes, which places it #88 of 292 films released in 2015 in this index (top 70%) and #584 among 1617 adventure titles.
Who directed The Walk?
The Walk was directed by Robert Zemeckis. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Forrest Gump (1994), Back to the Future (1985), Back to the Future Part II (1989).
Who stars in The Walk?
Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Philippe Petit; Ben Kingsley as Papa Rudy; Charlotte Le Bon as Annie Allix; James Badge Dale as J.P.; Clément Sibony as Jean-Louis; César Domboy as Jeff / Jean-François.
What is The Walk rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Walk?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/31321.

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