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The Program (2015)

“Champion. Hero. Legend. Cheat.”

6.4/10 · 559 votes 1h 43m pg-13 Drama

#161 of 292 films from 2015 #2905 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Stephen Frears · Written by John Hodge

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Overview

An Irish sports journalist becomes convinced that Lance Armstrong's performances during the Tour de France victories are fueled by banned substances. With this conviction, he starts hunting for evidence that will expose Armstrong.

Cast

Ben Fosteras Lance Armstrong
Chris O'Dowdas David Walsh
Guillaume Canetas Dr. Ferrari
Jesse Plemonsas Floyd Landis
Lee Paceas Bill Stapleton
Denis Ménochetas Johan Bruyneel
Edward Hoggas Frankie Andreu
Dustin Hoffmanas Bob Hamman
Elaine Cassidyas Betsy Andreu
Laura Donnellyas Emma O'Reilly
Peter Wightas Sunday Times Editor
Nathan Wileyas Charles Pelkey
Chris Larkinas John Wilcockson
Mark Littleas Rupert Guinness

Facts

Release dateSeptember 16, 2015
Runtime103 min (1h 43m) — about the same as the 2015 average of 106 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Box office$3,286,448
IMDbtt3083008

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Questions

How long is The Program?
The Program runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Is The Program worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 559 votes, which places it #161 of 292 films released in 2015 in this index (top 45%) and #2905 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Program?
The Program was directed by Stephen Frears. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Philomena (2013), Dangerous Liaisons (1988), High Fidelity (2000).
Who stars in The Program?
Ben Foster as Lance Armstrong; Chris O'Dowd as David Walsh; Guillaume Canet as Dr. Ferrari; Jesse Plemons as Floyd Landis; Lee Pace as Bill Stapleton; Denis Ménochet as Johan Bruyneel.
What is The Program rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Program?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/7850.

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