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Fish Tank (2009)

โ€œLive, love and give as good as you get.โ€

6.9/10 ยท 977 votes 2h 3m nr Drama

#89 of 242 films from 2009 #2074 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Andrea Arnold ยท Written by Andrea Arnold

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Overview

Fifteen-year-old Mia is in a constant state of war with her family and the world around her. When she meets her party-girl motherโ€™s charming new boyfriend Connor, she is amazed to find he returns her attention, and believes he might help her start to make sense of her life.

Cast

Katie Jarvisas Mia Williams
Michael Fassbenderas Connor O'Reily
Kierston Wareingas Joanne Williams
Rebecca Griffithsas Tyler Williams
Harry Treadawayas Billy
Jason Mazaas Billy's Brother
Jack Gordonas Billy's Brother
Joanna Hortonas Kelly
Sarah Bayesas Keeley
Grant Wildas Keeleys Dad
Sydney Mary Nashas Keira
Carrie-Ann Savillas Tyler's Friend
Toyin Ogidias Tyler's Friend
Charlotte Collinsas Tall Dancing Girl

Facts

Release dateSeptember 11, 2009
Runtime123 min (2h 3m) โ€” longer as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Budget$3,000,000
Box office$5,900,000 (2.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt1232776

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Questions

How long is Fish Tank?
Fish Tank runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Is Fish Tank worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 977 votes, which places it #89 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 64%) and #2074 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Fish Tank?
Fish Tank was directed by Andrea Arnold. Other well-rated titles by the same director: American Honey (2016).
Who stars in Fish Tank?
Katie Jarvis as Mia Williams; Michael Fassbender as Connor O'Reily; Kierston Wareing as Joanne Williams; Rebecca Griffiths as Tyler Williams; Harry Treadaway as Billy; Jason Maza as Billy's Brother.
What is Fish Tank rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Fish Tank?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/47993.

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