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RKO 281

RKO 281

What went on the screen was nothing compared to what went on behind the scenes.

In 1939, boy-wonder Orson Welles leaves New York, where he has succeeded in radio and theater, and, hired by RKO Pictures, moves to Hollywood with the purpose of making his first film.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: RKO 281
  • Genres: Drama, History, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 2000-04-07
  • Runtime: 84 minutes
  • Rating: 6.4/10 (96 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Scott Free Productions, BBC Film, HBO Films, GBH
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7885
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Liev Schreiber

Liev Schreiber

as Orson Welles

James Cromwell

James Cromwell

as William Randolph Hearst

Melanie Griffith

Melanie Griffith

as Marion Davies

John Malkovich

John Malkovich

as Herman Mankiewicz

Liam Cunningham

Liam Cunningham

as Gregg Toland

David Suchet

David Suchet

as Louis B. Mayer

Fiona Shaw

Fiona Shaw

as Hedda Hopper

Anastasia Hille

Anastasia Hille

as Carole Lombard

Brenda Blethyn

Brenda Blethyn

as Louella Parsons

Roy Scheider

Roy Scheider

as George Schaefer

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Trailers & Clips

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External Links

Keywords

cinema on cinemayellow pressmovie businessbiographyantisemitismfilmmakingmovie starbased on movie1940saspiring director

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RKO 281?

RKO 281 is a Drama, History, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 2000-04-07.

Who are the main actors in RKO 281?

The main cast includes Liev Schreiber, James Cromwell, Melanie Griffith, John Malkovich, Liam Cunningham, .

Where can I watch RKO 281 online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if RKO 281 is available.

Is RKO 281 based on a true story?

What went on the screen was nothing compared to what went on behind the scenes.

What is the IMDb rating of RKO 281?

RKO 281 has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 96 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of RKO 281?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for RKO 281?

The soundtrack was composed by Scott Free Productions, BBC Film, HBO Films, GBH. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was RKO 281 filmed?

RKO 281 was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is RKO 281?

The total runtime of RKO 281 is 84 minutes.

Is RKO 281 suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to RKO 281?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to RKO 281.

Does RKO 281 have a post-credit scene?

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

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