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Michael Clayton

2007·Movie·R·120 min·6.8(1,992)

The truth can be adjusted.

A law firm brings in its "fixer" to remedy the situation after a lawyer has a breakdown while representing a chemical company that he knows is guilty in a multi-billion dollar class action suit.

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Where to watch Michael Clayton in United States

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Where is Michael Clayton streaming around the world?

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About Michael Clayton

Michael Clayton is a 2007 English-language drama, thriller and crime film directed by Tony Gilroy. The cast is led by George Clooney, Tom Wilkinson, Tilda Swinton. It has a runtime of 2h 0m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 2000 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Michael Clayton was produced by Castle Rock Entertainment, Mirage Enterprises, and Section Eight and made in United States of America. It was released on September 28, 2007, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $25 million, it went on to gross $93 million worldwide.

Director
Tony Gilroy
Writers
Tony Gilroy
Release date
September 28, 2007
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$25 million
Box office
$93 million
Production
Castle Rock Entertainment, Mirage Enterprises, Section Eight
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Michael Clayton cast & crew

Michael Clayton was directed by Tony Gilroy and written by Tony Gilroy.

The cast features George Clooney as Michael Clayton, Tom Wilkinson as Arthur Edens, Tilda Swinton as Karen Crowder, Sydney Pollack as Marty Bach, Michael O'Keefe as Barry Grissom, and Ken Howard as Don Jeffries.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by James Newton Howard, cinematography is by Robert Elswit, and it was produced by Sydney Pollack and Jennifer Fox.

Is Michael Clayton worth watching?

Michael Clayton holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 1,992 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 2h 0m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama, thriller, and crime, Michael Clayton is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Michael Clayton

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Cast of Michael Clayton

George Clooney

George Clooney

Michael Clayton

Tom Wilkinson

Tom Wilkinson

Arthur Edens

Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton

Karen Crowder

Sydney Pollack

Sydney Pollack

Marty Bach

Michael O'Keefe

Michael O'Keefe

Barry Grissom

Ken Howard

Ken Howard

Don Jeffries

Sean Cullen

Sean Cullen

Gene Clayton

Merritt Wever

Merritt Wever

Anna

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Austin Williams

Henry Clayton

Robert Prescott

Robert Prescott

Mr. Verne

Terry Serpico

Terry Serpico

Mr. Iker

David Lansbury

David Lansbury

Timmy Clayton

Michael Clayton — FAQs

Where can I watch Michael Clayton in United States?

Michael Clayton 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 Michael Clayton in?

Michael Clayton is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Michael Clayton?

Michael Clayton runs 2 hours 0 minutes (120 minutes).

What is Michael Clayton rated?

Michael Clayton is rated R. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 1,992 ratings.

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