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Mistress America (2015)

โ€œFrom Strangers to Sisters.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 608 votes 1h 24m r Comedy

#149 of 292 films from 2015 #1596 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Noah Baumbach ยท Written by Greta Gerwig, Noah Baumbach

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Overview

A college freshman cures her disappointment and loneliness by allowing herself to be pulled into the wacky schemes of her future stepsister.

Cast

Greta Gerwigas Brooke Cardinas
Lola Kirkeas Tracy Fishko
Matthew Shearas Tony
Jasmine Cephas Jonesas Nicolette
Heather Lindas Mamie-Claire
Michael Chernusas Dylan
Cindy Cheungas Karen
Kathryn Erbeas Stevie
Dean Warehamas Harold
Shana Dowdeswellas Ruth
Shelby Rebecca Wongas Laura
Alfred Macadamas Professor #1
Amy Warrenas Counselor
Sharon Washingtonas Professor #2

Facts

Release dateAugust 14, 2015
Runtime84 min (1h 24m) โ€” shorter as the 2015 average of 106 min
GenresComedy
LanguageEN
Box office$2,500,431
IMDbtt2872462

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Questions

How long is Mistress America?
Mistress America runs 84 minutes (1h 24m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Mistress America worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 608 votes, which places it #149 of 292 films released in 2015 in this index (top 49%) and #1596 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Mistress America?
Mistress America was directed by Noah Baumbach. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Marriage Story (2019), Frances Ha (2013), The Squid and the Whale (2005).
Who stars in Mistress America?
Greta Gerwig as Brooke Cardinas; Lola Kirke as Tracy Fishko; Matthew Shear as Tony; Jasmine Cephas Jones as Nicolette; Heather Lind as Mamie-Claire; Michael Chernus as Dylan.
What is Mistress America rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Mistress America?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/32485.

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