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The Paper

The Paper

A behind-the-lines look at work, marriage and other forms of combat.

Henry Hackett is the workaholic editor of a New York City tabloid. He loves his job, but the long hours and low pay are leading to discontent. Also, publisher Bernie White faces financial straits, and has hatchet-man Alicia Clark—Henry's nemesis—impose unpopular cutbacks.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Paper
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 1994-03-18
  • Runtime: 112 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (215 votes)
  • Budget: $6,000,000
  • Revenue: $48,400,000
  • Production Companies: Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8237
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Michael Keaton

Michael Keaton

as Henry Hackett

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

as Bernie White

Glenn Close

Glenn Close

as Alicia Clark

Marisa Tomei

Marisa Tomei

as Martha Hackett

Randy Quaid

Randy Quaid

as Michael McDougal

Jason Alexander

Jason Alexander

as Marion Sandusky

Catherine O'Hara

Catherine O'Hara

as Susan

Jason Robards

Jason Robards

as Graham Keighley

Siobhan Fallon Hogan

Siobhan Fallon Hogan

as Lisa

Jill Hennessy

Jill Hennessy

as Deanne White

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Michael Keaton's Heated Phonecall - Extended Preview

The Paper Trailer (1993) - 35mm - Mono - UHD

External Links

Keywords

new york citynewspaperresearchsuccessmurdernewspaper editortabloidtabloid reporter

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Paper?â–Ľ

The Paper is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1994-03-18.

Who are the main actors in The Paper?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Michael Keaton, Robert Duvall, Glenn Close, Marisa Tomei, Randy Quaid, .

Where can I watch The Paper online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Paper is available.

Is The Paper based on a true story?â–Ľ

A behind-the-lines look at work, marriage and other forms of combat.

What is the IMDb rating of The Paper?â–Ľ

The Paper has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 215 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Paper?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $6,000,000 and earned $48,400,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Paper?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Paper filmed?â–Ľ

The Paper was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Paper?â–Ľ

The total runtime of The Paper is 112 minutes.

Is The Paper suitable for kids?â–Ľ

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Paper?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Paper.

Does The Paper have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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