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Beau Is Afraid (2023)

“From his darkest fears comes the greatest adventure.”

6.7/10 · 1,412 votes 2h 59m r ComedyFantasyAdventure

#114 of 202 films from 2023 #1220 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Ari Aster · Written by Ari Aster

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Overview

Following the sudden death of his mother, a mild-mannered but anxiety-ridden man confronts his darkest fears as he embarks on an epic odyssey back home.

Cast

Joaquin Phoenixas Beau Wassermann
Patti LuPoneas Mona Wassermann
Amy Ryanas Grace
Nathan Laneas Roger
Kylie Rogersas Toni
Denis Ménochetas Jeeves
Parker Poseyas Elaine Bray
Zoe Lister-Jonesas Young Mona
Armen Nahapetianas Teen Beau
Julia Antonellias Teen Elaine
Stephen McKinley Hendersonas Therapist
Richard Kindas Dr. Cohen
Hayley Squiresas Penelope
Julian Richingsas Strange Man

Facts

Release dateApril 14, 2023
Runtime179 min (2h 59m) — longer as the 2023 average of 113 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Adventure
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$12,337,378 (0.4× budget)
IMDbtt13521006

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Questions

How long is Beau Is Afraid?
Beau Is Afraid runs 179 minutes (2h 59m), which is long for a comedy — plan for it.
Is Beau Is Afraid worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 1,412 votes, which places it #114 of 202 films released in 2023 in this index (top 44%) and #1220 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Beau Is Afraid?
Beau Is Afraid was directed by Ari Aster. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Hereditary (2018), Midsommar (2019), Eddington (2025).
Who stars in Beau Is Afraid?
Joaquin Phoenix as Beau Wassermann; Patti LuPone as Mona Wassermann; Amy Ryan as Grace; Nathan Lane as Roger; Kylie Rogers as Toni; Denis Ménochet as Jeeves.
What is Beau Is Afraid rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Beau Is Afraid?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/7851.

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