Burn After Reading
“Intelligence is relative.”
When a disc containing memoirs of a former CIA analyst falls into the hands of gym employees, Linda and Chad, they see a chance to make enough money for Linda to have life-changing cosmetic surgery. Predictably, events whirl out of control for the duo, and those in their orbit.
Where to watch Burn After Reading in United States
Can I watch Burn After Reading in United States? Burn After Reading isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Burn After Reading streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | JioHotstar | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Moviedome Plus Amazon Channel, Superfresh Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Canal+, Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Orange VOD |
| Spain | Filmin, Tivify | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD |
About Burn After Reading
Burn After Reading is a 2008 English-language comedy and drama film directed by Ethan Coen and Joel Coen. The cast is led by George Clooney, Frances McDormand, Brad Pitt. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 5400 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Burn After Reading was produced by Focus Features, StudioCanal, and Relativity Media and made in United States of America and United Kingdom. It was released on September 5, 2008, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $37 million, it went on to gross $164 million worldwide.
- Director
- Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
- Writers
- Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
- Release date
- September 5, 2008
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Budget
- $37 million
- Box office
- $164 million
- Production
- Focus Features, StudioCanal, Relativity Media
Burn After Reading cast & crew
Burn After Reading was directed by Ethan Coen and Joel Coen and written by Joel Coen and Ethan Coen.
The cast features George Clooney as Harry Pfarrer, Frances McDormand as Linda Litzke, Brad Pitt as Chad Feldheimer, John Malkovich as Osborne Cox, Tilda Swinton as Katie Cox, and Richard Jenkins as Ted.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Carter Burwell, cinematography is by Emmanuel Lubezki, and it was produced by Joel Coen and Ethan Coen.
Is Burn After Reading worth watching?
Burn After Reading holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 5,439 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy and drama, Burn After Reading is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Burn After Reading
Burn After Reading isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Burn After Reading
George Clooney
Harry Pfarrer
Frances McDormand
Linda Litzke
Brad Pitt
Chad Feldheimer
John Malkovich
Osborne Cox
Tilda Swinton
Katie Cox
Richard Jenkins
Ted
Elizabeth Marvel
Sandy Pfarrer
David Rasche
CIA Officer
J.K. Simmons
CIA Superior
Olek Krupa
Krapotkin
Michael Countryman
Alan
Kevin Sussman
Tuchman Marsh Man
Burn After Reading — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Burn After Reading in United States?
Burn After Reading is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Burn After Reading in?
Burn After Reading is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Burn After Reading?
Burn After Reading runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Burn After Reading rated?
Burn After Reading is rated R. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 5,439 ratings.
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