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Donnie Darko (2001)

โ€œ28 days, 6 hours, 42 minutes, 12 seconds... that is when the world will end.โ€

7.8/10 ยท 13,789 votes 1h 54m r FantasyDramaMystery

#8 of 148 films from 2001 #77 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Richard Kelly ยท Written by Richard Kelly

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Overview

After narrowly escaping a bizarre accident, a troubled teenager is plagued by visions of a large bunny rabbit that manipulates him to commit a series of crimes.

Cast

Jake Gyllenhaalas Donnie Darko
Jena Maloneas Gretchen Ross
James Duvalas Frank
Drew Barrymoreas Karen Pomeroy
Beth Grantas Kitty Farmer
Maggie Gyllenhaalas Elizabeth Darko
Mary McDonnellas Rose Darko
Holmes Osborneas Eddie Darko
Noah Wyleas Prof. Kenneth Monnitoff
Katharine Rossas Dr. Lilian Thurman
Patrick Swayzeas Jim Cunningham
Daveigh Chaseas Samantha Darko
Arthur Taxieras Dr. Fisher
David St. Jamesas Bob Garland

Facts

Release dateJanuary 19, 2001
Runtime114 min (1h 54m) โ€” about the same as the 2001 average of 111 min
GenresFantasy, Drama, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$4,500,000
Box office$7,500,000 (1.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0246578

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Questions

How long is Donnie Darko?
Donnie Darko runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Is Donnie Darko worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.8/10 across 13,789 votes, which places it #8 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 95%) and #77 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Donnie Darko?
Donnie Darko was directed by Richard Kelly. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Box (2009), Southland Tales (2007).
Who stars in Donnie Darko?
Jake Gyllenhaal as Donnie Darko; Jena Malone as Gretchen Ross; James Duval as Frank; Drew Barrymore as Karen Pomeroy; Beth Grant as Kitty Farmer; Maggie Gyllenhaal as Elizabeth Darko.
What is Donnie Darko rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Donnie Darko?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/6531.

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