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The Death & Life of John F. Donovan

The Death & Life of John F. Donovan

A decade after the death of an American TV star, a young actor reminisces about the written correspondence he once shared with the former, as well as the impact those letters had on both their lives.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Death & Life of John F. Donovan
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2019-03-13
  • Runtime: 123 minutes
  • Rating: 6.898/10 (699 votes)
  • Budget: $35,000,000
  • Revenue: $3,326,364
  • Production Companies: Sons of Manual, Lyla Films, Warp Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.2434
  • Languages: Czech, English

Cast & Crew

Kit Harington

Kit Harington

as John F. Donovan

Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman

as Sam Turner

Jacob Tremblay

Jacob Tremblay

as Rupert Turner

Susan Sarandon

Susan Sarandon

as Grace Donovan

Kathy Bates

Kathy Bates

as Barbara Haggermaker

Ben Schnetzer

Ben Schnetzer

as Rupert Turner (21 y.o.)

Thandiwe Newton

Thandiwe Newton

as Journalist

Jared Keeso

Jared Keeso

as James Donovan

Chris Zylka

Chris Zylka

as Will Jefford Jr.

Amara Karan

Amara Karan

as Miss Kureshi

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Trailers & Clips

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Official Trailer

TIFF 2018 Cast and Crew Q&A

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Death & Life of John F. Donovan?

The Death & Life of John F. Donovan is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2019-03-13.

Who are the main actors in The Death & Life of John F. Donovan?

The main cast includes Kit Harington, Natalie Portman, Jacob Tremblay, Susan Sarandon, Kathy Bates, .

Where can I watch The Death & Life of John F. Donovan online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Death & Life of John F. Donovan is available.

Is The Death & Life of John F. Donovan based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Death & Life of John F. Donovan?

The Death & Life of John F. Donovan has an IMDb rating of 6.898/10 based on 699 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Death & Life of John F. Donovan?

The movie had a production budget of $35,000,000 and earned $3,326,364 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Death & Life of John F. Donovan?

The soundtrack was composed by Sons of Manual, Lyla Films, Warp Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Death & Life of John F. Donovan filmed?

The Death & Life of John F. Donovan was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Death & Life of John F. Donovan?

The total runtime of The Death & Life of John F. Donovan is 123 minutes.

Is The Death & Life of John F. Donovan suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Death & Life of John F. Donovan?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Death & Life of John F. Donovan.

Does The Death & Life of John F. Donovan have a post-credit scene?

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