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The Master

The Master

Freddie, a volatile, heavy-drinking veteran who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, finds some semblance of a family when he stumbles onto the ship of Lancaster Dodd, the charismatic leader of a new "religion" he forms after World War II.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Master
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2012-09-14
  • Runtime: 137 minutes
  • Rating: 7.113/10 (3103 votes)
  • Budget: $32,000,000
  • Revenue: $28,258,060
  • Production Companies: Annapurna Pictures, Ghoulardi Film Company, JoAnne Sellar Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 6.437
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix

as Freddie Quell

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Philip Seymour Hoffman

as Lancaster Dodd

Amy Adams

Amy Adams

as Peggy Dodd

Rami Malek

Rami Malek

as Clark

Laura Dern

Laura Dern

as Helen Sullivan

Jesse Plemons

Jesse Plemons

as Val Dodd

Ambyr Childers

Ambyr Childers

as Elizabeth Dodd

Madisen Beaty

Madisen Beaty

as Doris Solstad

Kevin J. O'Connor

Kevin J. O'Connor

as Bill White

Patty McCormack

Patty McCormack

as Mildred Drummond

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Trailers & Clips

Official MUBI Trailer

Another Look at THE MASTER, feat. Adam Nayman

These Are Films That Influenced The Master

Trailer 2

THE MASTER | Was There A Fight?

External Links

Keywords

post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd)sexual obsessionreligiondrifteralcoholichandjobpost warcult leaderscientologyreligious cultcharismatic leaderright hand man1940spast life regressionambiguousnude dancing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Master?

The Master is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2012-09-14.

Who are the main actors in The Master?

The main cast includes Joaquin Phoenix, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams, Rami Malek, Laura Dern, .

Where can I watch The Master online?

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

Is The Master based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Master?

The Master has an IMDb rating of 7.113/10 based on 3103 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Master?

The movie had a production budget of $32,000,000 and earned $28,258,060 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Master?

The soundtrack was composed by Annapurna Pictures, Ghoulardi Film Company, JoAnne Sellar Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Master filmed?

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

How long is The Master?

The total runtime of The Master is 137 minutes.

Is The Master suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Master?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Master.

Does The Master have a post-credit scene?

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

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