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Obit

Obit

An inside look at life on the New York Times obituaries desk.

How do you put a life into 500 words? Ask the staff obituary writers at the New York Times. OBIT is a first-ever glimpse into the daily rituals, joys and existential angst of the Times obit writers, as they chronicle life after death on the front lines of history.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Obit
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2017-01-11
  • Runtime: 93 minutes
  • Rating: 6.3/10 (19 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Topiary Productions, Green Fuse Films, Imperfect Films, Mystic Artists Films Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2446
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

William McDonald

William McDonald

as Himself

Bruce Weber

Bruce Weber

as Himself

Margalit Fox

Margalit Fox

as Herself

William Grimes

William Grimes

as Himself

Jon Pareles

Jon Pareles

as Himself

Peter Keepnews

Peter Keepnews

as Himself

Daniel Slotnik

Daniel Slotnik

as Himself

Jeff Roth

Jeff Roth

as Himself

Douglas Martin

Douglas Martin

as Himself

Dolores Morrison

Dolores Morrison

as Herself

Trailers & Clips

Obit.

External Links

Keywords

newspaperjournalismcelebritydeatharchive footageessay filmnew york timeswoman directorobituaries

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Obit?

Obit is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2017-01-11.

Who are the main actors in Obit?

The main cast includes William McDonald, Bruce Weber, Margalit Fox, William Grimes, Jon Pareles, .

Where can I watch Obit online?

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

Is Obit based on a true story?

An inside look at life on the New York Times obituaries desk.

What is the IMDb rating of Obit?

Obit has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 19 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Obit?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Obit?

The soundtrack was composed by Topiary Productions, Green Fuse Films, Imperfect Films, Mystic Artists Films Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Obit filmed?

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

How long is Obit?

The total runtime of Obit is 93 minutes.

Is Obit suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Obit?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Obit.

Does Obit have a post-credit scene?

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

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