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Magnolia

1999·Movie·R·189 min·7.7(4,144)

Things fall down. People look up. And when it rains, it pours.

On one random day in the San Fernando Valley, a dying father, a young wife, a male caretaker, a famous lost son, a police officer in love, a boy genius, an ex-boy genius, a game show host and an estranged daughter will each become part of a dazzling multiplicity of plots, but one story.

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Where to watch Magnolia in United States

Can I watch Magnolia in United States? Yes — you can stream Magnolia in United States on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and HBO Max, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Click a service to open Magnolia there. Availability last verified on September 10, 2026.

Where is Magnolia streaming around the world?

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United StatesHBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV channelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaGoogle Play Movies, YouTube, Amazon Video
United KingdomHBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO MaxApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaHBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyHBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceOrange VOD, Canal VOD, Sooner
SpainApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video
BrazilHBO Max, Oldflix, Claro tv+, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanAmazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, HBO Max on U-Next, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, FOD

About Magnolia

Magnolia is a 1999 English-language drama film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The cast is led by Tom Cruise, Philip Baker Hall, Philip Seymour Hoffman. It has a runtime of 3h 9m. Viewers rate it 7.7/10 across 4100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max.

Magnolia was produced by New Line Cinema and Ghoulardi Film Company and made in United States of America. It was released on December 17, 1999, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $37 million, it went on to gross $48 million worldwide.

Director
Paul Thomas Anderson
Writers
Paul Thomas Anderson
Release date
December 17, 1999
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$37 million
Box office
$48 million
Production
New Line Cinema, Ghoulardi Film Company
#dying and death#daughter#farewell#regret#unsociability#chance#becoming an adult#parent child relationship#suicide attempt#loss of loved one#child prodigy#reconciliation#san fernando valley#multiple storylines

Magnolia cast & crew

Magnolia was directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and written by Paul Thomas Anderson.

The cast features Tom Cruise as Frank T.J. Mackey, Philip Baker Hall as Jimmy Gator, Philip Seymour Hoffman as Phil Parma, Julianne Moore as Linda Partridge, William H. Macy as Quiz Kid Donnie Smith, and John C. Reilly as Officer Jim Kurring.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jon Brion, cinematography is by Robert Elswit, and it was produced by JoAnne Sellar and Lynn Harris.

Is Magnolia worth watching?

Magnolia holds an audience score of 7.7/10 from 4,144 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 3h 9m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy drama, Magnolia is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Magnolia

In United States, you can stream Magnolia on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, and Cinemax Apple TV channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Magnolia

Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise

Frank T.J. Mackey

Philip Baker Hall

Philip Baker Hall

Jimmy Gator

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Phil Parma

Julianne Moore

Julianne Moore

Linda Partridge

William H. Macy

William H. Macy

Quiz Kid Donnie Smith

John C. Reilly

John C. Reilly

Officer Jim Kurring

Melora Walters

Melora Walters

Claudia Wilson Gator

Jeremy Blackman

Jeremy Blackman

Stanley Spector

Jason Robards

Jason Robards

Earl Partridge

Melinda Dillon

Melinda Dillon

Rose Gator

Michael Bowen

Michael Bowen

Rick Spector

April Grace

April Grace

Gwenovier

Magnolia — FAQs

Where can I watch Magnolia in United States?

Magnolia is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV channel in United States.

Is Magnolia on HBO Max Amazon Channel?

Yes — Magnolia is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.

What language is Magnolia in?

Magnolia is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, French, German. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Magnolia?

Magnolia runs 3 hours 9 minutes (189 minutes).

What is Magnolia rated?

Magnolia is rated R. It holds a 7.7/10 audience score from 4,144 ratings.

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