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The Laundromat (2019)

“Based on actual secrets.”

6.0/10 · 1,340 votes 1h 36m r ComedyDramaCrime

#251 of 296 films from 2019 #2258 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Steven Soderbergh · Written by Scott Z. Burns

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Overview

When a widow gets swindled out of insurance money, her search for answers leads to two cunning lawyers in Panama who hide cash for the superrich.

Cast

Meryl Streepas Ellen Martin / Elena
Gary Oldmanas Jürgen Mossack
Antonio Banderasas Ramón Fonseca
Jeffrey Wrightas Malchus Irvin Boncamper
Melissa Rauchas Melanie
Jeff Michalskias Norm Sidley
Jane Morrisas Barb Sidley
Robert Patrickas Captain Paris
David Schwimmeras Matthew Quirk
Cristela Alonzoas Special Agent Kilmer
Larry Clarkeas Ellen's Attorney
Will Forteas Doomed Gringo #1
Chris Parnellas Doomed Gringo #2
Nonso Anozieas Charles

Facts

Release dateSeptember 27, 2019
Runtime96 min (1h 36m) — shorter as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
IMDbtt5865326

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Questions

How long is The Laundromat?
The Laundromat runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Is The Laundromat worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6/10 across 1,340 votes, which places it #251 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 16%) and #2258 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Laundromat?
The Laundromat was directed by Steven Soderbergh. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Ocean's Eleven (2001), Erin Brockovich (2000), Traffic (2000).
Who stars in The Laundromat?
Meryl Streep as Ellen Martin / Elena; Gary Oldman as Jürgen Mossack; Antonio Banderas as Ramón Fonseca; Jeffrey Wright as Malchus Irvin Boncamper; Melissa Rauch as Melanie; Jeff Michalski as Norm Sidley.
What is The Laundromat rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Laundromat?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/3762.

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