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Burn After Reading

Burn After Reading

Intelligence is relative.

When a disc containing memoirs of a former CIA analyst falls into the hands of gym employees, Linda and Chad, they see a chance to make enough money for Linda to have life-changing cosmetic surgery. Predictably, events whirl out of control for the duo, and those in their orbit.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Burn After Reading
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 2008-09-05
  • Runtime: 96 minutes
  • Rating: 6.655/10 (4874 votes)
  • Budget: $37,000,000
  • Revenue: $163,700,000
  • Production Companies: Focus Features, StudioCanal, Relativity Media, Working Title Films, Mike Zoss Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.1559
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

George Clooney

George Clooney

as Harry Pfarrer

Frances McDormand

Frances McDormand

as Linda Litzke

Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt

as Chad Feldheimer

John Malkovich

John Malkovich

as Osborne Cox

Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton

as Katie Cox

Richard Jenkins

Richard Jenkins

as Ted

Elizabeth Marvel

Elizabeth Marvel

as Sandy Pfarrer

David Rasche

David Rasche

as CIA Officer

J.K. Simmons

J.K. Simmons

as CIA Superior

Olek Krupa

Olek Krupa

as Krapotkin

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Trailers & Clips

Online Dating Is Hard

Chad's Profitable Plan

Chad Sneaks Around Harry's Mistress House

Frances McDormand Reinvents Herself as Linda Litzke

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burn After Reading?

Burn After Reading is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2008-09-05.

Who are the main actors in Burn After Reading?

The main cast includes George Clooney, Frances McDormand, Brad Pitt, John Malkovich, Tilda Swinton, .

Where can I watch Burn After Reading online?

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

Is Burn After Reading based on a true story?

Intelligence is relative.

What is the IMDb rating of Burn After Reading?

Burn After Reading has an IMDb rating of 6.655/10 based on 4874 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Burn After Reading?

The movie had a production budget of $37,000,000 and earned $163,700,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Burn After Reading?

The soundtrack was composed by Focus Features, StudioCanal, Relativity Media, Working Title Films, Mike Zoss Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Burn After Reading filmed?

Burn After Reading was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Burn After Reading?

The total runtime of Burn After Reading is 96 minutes.

Is Burn After Reading suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Burn After Reading?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Burn After Reading.

Does Burn After Reading have a post-credit scene?

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

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