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Richard Jewell

  • 20192019
  • RR
  • 2h 11m
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
84K
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POPULARITY
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Kathy Bates, Sam Rockwell, Jon Hamm, Olivia Wilde, and Paul Walter Hauser in Richard Jewell (2019)
The World Will Know His Name and the Truth
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  • Biography
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  • Drama

Security guard Richard Jewell is an instant hero after foiling a bomb attack at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, but his life becomes a nightmare when the FBI leaks to the media that he is a suspe... Read allSecurity guard Richard Jewell is an instant hero after foiling a bomb attack at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, but his life becomes a nightmare when the FBI leaks to the media that he is a suspect in the case.Security guard Richard Jewell is an instant hero after foiling a bomb attack at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, but his life becomes a nightmare when the FBI leaks to the media that he is a suspect in the case.

IMDb RATING
7.5/10
84K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,338
155
  • Director
    • Clint Eastwood
  • Writers
    • Billy Ray
    • Marie Brenner(based upon the article "American Nightmare: The Ballad of Richard Jewell" by)
    • Kent Alexander(based upon the book "The Suspect" by)
  • Stars
    • Paul Walter Hauser
    • Sam Rockwell
    • Brandon Stanley
Top credits
  • Director
    • Clint Eastwood
  • Writers
    • Billy Ray
    • Marie Brenner(based upon the article "American Nightmare: The Ballad of Richard Jewell" by)
    • Kent Alexander(based upon the book "The Suspect" by)
  • Stars
    • Paul Walter Hauser
    • Sam Rockwell
    • Brandon Stanley
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 598User reviews
    • 268Critic reviews
    • 68Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 7 wins & 20 nominations total

    Videos5

    Official Trailer
    Trailer 2:26
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    Trailer 2:26
    Richard Jewell
    Exclusive Clip: "Radar'
    Clip 0:51
    Exclusive Clip: "Radar'
    How (and Why) 'Richard Jewell' Embraces Offbeat Humor
    Video 2:48
    How (and Why) 'Richard Jewell' Embraces Offbeat Humor

    Photos126

    Sam Rockwell and Paul Walter Hauser in Richard Jewell (2019)
    Clint Eastwood and Paul Walter Hauser in Richard Jewell (2019)
    Clint Eastwood and Paul Walter Hauser in Richard Jewell (2019)
    Alex Collins, Paul Walter Hauser, and Alan Heckner in Richard Jewell (2019)
    Clint Eastwood, Sam Rockwell, and Paul Walter Hauser in Richard Jewell (2019)
    Sam Rockwell and Paul Walter Hauser in Richard Jewell (2019)
    Kathy Bates, Sam Rockwell, and Paul Walter Hauser in Richard Jewell (2019)
    Sam Rockwell and Paul Walter Hauser at an event for Richard Jewell (2019)
    Sam Rockwell and Paul Walter Hauser at an event for Richard Jewell (2019)
    Kathy Bates at an event for Richard Jewell (2019)
    Clint Eastwood and Kathy Bates at an event for Richard Jewell (2019)
    Richard Jewell (2019)

    Top cast

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    Paul Walter Hauser
    Paul Walter Hauser
    • Richard Jewellas Richard Jewell
    Sam Rockwell
    Sam Rockwell
    • Watson Bryantas Watson Bryant
    Brandon Stanley
    Brandon Stanley
    • Studentas Student
    Ryan Boz
    Ryan Boz
    • Studentas Student
    Charles Green
    Charles Green
    • Dr. W. Ray Cleereas Dr. W. Ray Cleere
    Olivia Wilde
    Olivia Wilde
    • Kathy Scruggsas Kathy Scruggs
    Mike Pniewski
    Mike Pniewski
    • Brandon Walkeras Brandon Walker
    Jon Hamm
    Jon Hamm
    • Tom Shawas Tom Shaw
    Ian Gomez
    Ian Gomez
    • Dan Bennetas Dan Bennet
    Nina Arianda
    Nina Arianda
    • Nadya Lightas Nadya Light
    Kathy Bates
    Kathy Bates
    • Bobi Jewellas Bobi Jewell
    Ronnie Allen
    • Kenny Rogers Impersonatoras Kenny Rogers Impersonator
    David Lengel
    David Lengel
    • Cameramanas Cameraman
    Beth Keener
    Beth Keener
    • Pregnant Womanas Pregnant Woman
    Grant Roberts
    Grant Roberts
    • Will Jones - APDas Will Jones - APD
    Alan Heckner
    Alan Heckner
    • Bill Miller - GBIas Bill Miller - GBI
    Desmond Phillips
    Desmond Phillips
    • Mike Silver - APDas Mike Silver - APD
    Alex Collins
    Alex Collins
    • Max Green - APDas Max Green - APD
    • Director
      • Clint Eastwood
    • Writers
      • Billy Ray
      • Marie Brenner(based upon the article "American Nightmare: The Ballad of Richard Jewell" by)
      • Kent Alexander(based upon the book "The Suspect" by)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Based on the true story of Richard Jewell, a security guard who discovered a bomb and saved many lives at a concert at Centennial Olympic Park during the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia. He was seen as a hero by many and a suspect by the FBI and press. —exe_malaga93
    • trial by media
    • media bias
    • false accusation
    • scapegoat
    • atlanta georgia
    • 115 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • The world will know his name and the truth.
    • Genres
      • Biography
      • Crime
      • Drama
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for language including some sexual references, and brief bloody images
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Filming of the concerts and bombing scenes took place in the same location as the original incident site of Atlanta's Centennial Olympic Park.
    • Goofs
      Before the bomb goes off, during the Macarena dance, one of the dancers performing on the stage is wearing an Apple Watch.
    • Quotes

      Nadya Light: Where I come from, when the government says someone's guilty, it's how you know they're innocent.

    • Connections
      Featured in Chris Stuckmann Movie Reviews: Richard Jewell (2019)
    • Soundtracks
      The Gambler
      Written by Don Schlitz

      Performed by Kenny Rogers

      Courtesy of Capitol Records Nashville

      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

    User reviews598

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Thrillingly underrated.
    Let me begin with stating, how the hell did'nt this make it to Best Picture? How the hell did'nt P.W. Hauser nor Rockwell get a nomination for their work?

    Richard Jewell is a true amazing story of the reality and sadness of the american system in relation to crimes. There is always an immediate search for someone to blame after a crime happens.

    Performances drive the film. Paul Walter Hauser did an astonishing work, having into account both his resemblance to the real Jewell and his amazing acting skills which yet remain unkown to many. Sam Rockwell is one of the best actors working these days, and he should've gotten his 3rd nomination in a row for Best Supporting Actor. Kathy Bates did incredible, she was true and relatable. Others such as Jon Hamm and Olivia Wilde properly fulfilled the picture's ensemble as well.

    Clint Eastwood is simply amazing. Being in the industry for over 70 years and still managing to impress. The plot is handled with intensity, and thrilling scenes are to remain in my memory. Though he did a great work, some particular blocking and editing disconnected me for brief moments. Nevertheless, he handled a properly written script and brought a thought provoking story to life with the great aid of the casting chosen.

    This film is captivating and gripping from the first scenes already, and it manages to keep you hooked and rooting for the good guys from the moment of the incident.

    It's sad to remember this as a true story because it definitively shows how flawed the society we live in is.

    Nevertheless, it works greatly as a cinematic piece and I would love to see it again.
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    • francobulgheoz
    • Jan 16, 2020

    FAQ2

    • Is this movie based on a true story?
    • Is Mr Jewells's wife, Dana, portrayed in the film? I see no mention of her in the cast listing.

    Details

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    • Release date
      • December 13, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • richardjewellmovie
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Anh Hùng Richard Jewell
    • Filming locations
      • Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta, Georgia
    • Production companies
      • Appian Way
      • Misher Films
      • 75 Year Plan Productions
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $45,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $22,345,542
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $4,705,265
      • Dec 15, 2019
    • Gross worldwide
      • $43,745,542
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 11 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • DTS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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