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J. Edgar

J. Edgar

The most powerful man in the world.

As the face of law enforcement in the United States for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career, and his life.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: J. Edgar
  • Genres: Drama, Crime, History
  • Release Date: 2011-11-09
  • Runtime: 137 minutes
  • Rating: 6.23/10 (2475 votes)
  • Budget: $35,000,000
  • Revenue: $84,606,030
  • Production Companies: Imagine Entertainment, Malpaso Productions, Wintergreen Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.4338
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio

as John Edgar Hoover

Armie Hammer

Armie Hammer

as Clyde Tolson

Naomi Watts

Naomi Watts

as Helen Gandy

Josh Lucas

Josh Lucas

as Charles Lindbergh

Josh Hamilton

Josh Hamilton

as Robert Irwin

Judi Dench

Judi Dench

as Anna Marie Hoover

Geoff Pierson

Geoff Pierson

as Mitchell Palmer

Gunner Wright

Gunner Wright

as Dwight Eisenhower

Dermot Mulroney

Dermot Mulroney

as Colonel Schwarzkopf

Kaitlyn Dever

Kaitlyn Dever

as Palmer's Daughter

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Trailers & Clips

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is J. Edgar?

J. Edgar is a Drama, Crime, History movie directed by . It was released on 2011-11-09.

Who are the main actors in J. Edgar?

The main cast includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer, Naomi Watts, Josh Lucas, Josh Hamilton, .

Where can I watch J. Edgar online?

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

Is J. Edgar based on a true story?

The most powerful man in the world.

What is the IMDb rating of J. Edgar?

J. Edgar has an IMDb rating of 6.23/10 based on 2475 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of J. Edgar?

The movie had a production budget of $35,000,000 and earned $84,606,030 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for J. Edgar?

The soundtrack was composed by Imagine Entertainment, Malpaso Productions, Wintergreen Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was J. Edgar filmed?

J. Edgar was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is J. Edgar?

The total runtime of J. Edgar is 137 minutes.

Is J. Edgar suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to J. Edgar?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to J. Edgar.

Does J. Edgar have a post-credit scene?

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

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