Wag the Dog
A comedy about truth, justice and other special effects.
During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President's adviser hires a Hollywood producer to help him stage a fake war.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Wag the Dog
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Release Date: 1997-12-25
- Runtime: 97 minutes
- Rating: 6.944/10 (984 votes)
- Budget: $15,000,000
- Revenue: $64,256,513
- Production Companies: New Line Cinema, Tribeca Productions, Baltimore Pictures, Punch Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.6749
- Languages: Albanian, English
Cast & Crew
Dustin Hoffman
as Stanley Motss
Robert De Niro
as Conrad Brean
Anne Heche
as Winifred Ames
Woody Harrelson
as Sergeant William Schumann
Denis Leary
as Fad King
Willie Nelson
as Johnny Dean
Andrea Martin
as Liz Butsky
Kirsten Dunst
as Tracy Lime
William H. Macy
as CIA Agent Charles Young
David Koechner
as Director
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Trailers & Clips
Original Theatrical Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wag the Dog?▼
Wag the Dog is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1997-12-25.
Who are the main actors in Wag the Dog?▼
The main cast includes Dustin Hoffman, Robert De Niro, Anne Heche, Woody Harrelson, Denis Leary, .
Where can I watch Wag the Dog online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Wag the Dog is available.
Is Wag the Dog based on a true story?▼
A comedy about truth, justice and other special effects.
What is the IMDb rating of Wag the Dog?▼
Wag the Dog has an IMDb rating of 6.944/10 based on 984 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Wag the Dog?▼
The movie had a production budget of $15,000,000 and earned $64,256,513 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Wag the Dog?▼
The soundtrack was composed by New Line Cinema, Tribeca Productions, Baltimore Pictures, Punch Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Wag the Dog filmed?▼
Wag the Dog was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Wag the Dog?▼
The total runtime of Wag the Dog is 97 minutes.
Is Wag the Dog suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Wag the Dog?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Wag the Dog.
Does Wag the Dog have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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