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One Direction: This Is Us (2013)

โ€œExperience their lives on the roadโ€

8.2/10 ยท 1,074 votes 1h 32m pg MusicDocumentary

#3 of 284 films from 2013 #6 of 233 in music

Directed by Morgan Spurlock

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Overview

"One Direction: This Is Us" is a captivating and intimate all-access look at life on the road for the global music phenomenon. Weaved with stunning live concert footage, this inspiring feature film tells the remarkable story of Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis' meteoric rise to fame, from their humble hometown beginnings and competing on the X-Factor, to conquering the world and performing at Londonโ€™s famed O2 Arena. Hear it from the boys themselves and see through their own eyes what it's really like to be One Direction.

Cast

Harry Stylesas Self
Zayn Malikas Self
Liam Payneas Self
Niall Horanas Self
Louis Tomlinsonas Self
Simon Cowellas Self
Martin Scorseseas Self
Chris Rockas Self
Jon Shoneas Self
Dan Richardsas Self
Josh Devineas Self
Sandy Bealesas Self
Scott Millsas Self
Hope Bhargavaas Self

Facts

Release dateAugust 20, 2013
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) โ€” shorter as the 2013 average of 106 min
GenresMusic, Documentary
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
Box office$68,500,000 (6.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt2515086

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Questions

How long is One Direction: This Is Us?
One Direction: This Is Us runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is One Direction: This Is Us worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.2/10 across 1,074 votes, which places it #3 of 284 films released in 2013 in this index (top 99%) and #6 among 233 music titles.
Who directed One Direction: This Is Us?
One Direction: This Is Us was directed by Morgan Spurlock. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Super Size Me (2004).
Who stars in One Direction: This Is Us?
Harry Styles as Self; Zayn Malik as Self; Liam Payne as Self; Niall Horan as Self; Louis Tomlinson as Self; Simon Cowell as Self.
What is One Direction: This Is Us rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for One Direction: This Is Us?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8961.

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