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The Paperboy

The Paperboy

A reporter returns to his Florida hometown to investigate a case involving a death row inmate.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Paperboy
  • Genres: Thriller, Drama, Mystery
  • Release Date: 2012-09-14
  • Runtime: 107 minutes
  • Rating: 5.538/10 (770 votes)
  • Budget: $12,500,000
  • Revenue: $1,353,868
  • Production Companies: Lee Daniels Entertainment, Nu Image, Millennium Media
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.2256
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Zac Efron

Zac Efron

as Jack Jansen

Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey

as Ward Jansen

Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman

as Charlotte Bless

David Oyelowo

David Oyelowo

as Yardley Acheman

Macy Gray

Macy Gray

as Anita / Narrator

John Cusack

John Cusack

as Hillary Van Wetter

Scott Glenn

Scott Glenn

as W.W. Jansen

Ned Bellamy

Ned Bellamy

as Tyree van Wetter

Nealla Gordon

Nealla Gordon

as Ellen Guthrie

Edrick Browne

Edrick Browne

as Hustler #1

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Paperboy - Trailer

The Paperboy - Official Trailer HD

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Paperboy?

The Paperboy is a Thriller, Drama, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 2012-09-14.

Who are the main actors in The Paperboy?

The main cast includes Zac Efron, Matthew McConaughey, Nicole Kidman, David Oyelowo, Macy Gray, .

Where can I watch The Paperboy online?

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

Is The Paperboy based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Paperboy?

The Paperboy has an IMDb rating of 5.538/10 based on 770 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Paperboy?

The movie had a production budget of $12,500,000 and earned $1,353,868 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Paperboy?

The soundtrack was composed by Lee Daniels Entertainment, Nu Image, Millennium Media. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Paperboy filmed?

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

How long is The Paperboy?

The total runtime of The Paperboy is 107 minutes.

Is The Paperboy suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Paperboy?

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

Does The Paperboy have a post-credit scene?

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

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