The Paper
“A behind-the-lines look at work, marriage and other forms of combat.”
Henry Hackett is the workaholic editor of a New York City tabloid. He loves his job, but the long hours and low pay are leading to discontent. Also, publisher Bernie White faces financial straits, and has hatchet-man Alicia Clark—Henry's nemesis—impose unpopular cutbacks.
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Where is The Paper streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | — | FOD |
About The Paper
The Paper is a 1994 English-language comedy and drama film directed by Ron Howard. The cast is led by Michael Keaton, Robert Duvall, Glenn Close. It has a runtime of 1h 52m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Paper was produced by Imagine Entertainment and Universal Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on March 18, 1994, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $6 million, it went on to gross $48 million worldwide.
- Director
- Ron Howard
- Writers
- David Koepp, Stephen Koepp
- Release date
- March 18, 1994
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $6 million
- Box office
- $48 million
- Production
- Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures
The Paper cast & crew
The Paper was directed by Ron Howard and written by David Koepp and Stephen Koepp.
The cast features Michael Keaton as Henry Hackett, Robert Duvall as Bernie White, Glenn Close as Alicia Clark, Marisa Tomei as Martha Hackett, Randy Quaid as Michael McDougal, and Jason Alexander as Marion Sandusky.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Randy Newman, cinematography is by John Seale, and it was produced by Brian Grazer and Todd Hallowell.
Is The Paper worth watching?
The Paper holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 240 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 52m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy and drama, The Paper is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Paper
The Paper 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.
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Cast of The Paper
Michael Keaton
Henry Hackett
Robert Duvall
Bernie White
Glenn Close
Alicia Clark
Marisa Tomei
Martha Hackett
Randy Quaid
Michael McDougal
Jason Alexander
Marion Sandusky
Catherine O'Hara
Susan
Jason Robards
Graham Keighley
Siobhan Fallon Hogan
Lisa
Jill Hennessy
Deanne White
Spalding Gray
Paul Bladden
Lynne Thigpen
Janet
The Paper — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Paper in United States?
The Paper 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 The Paper in?
The Paper is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Paper?
The Paper runs 1 hours 52 minutes (112 minutes).
▸What is The Paper rated?
The Paper is rated R. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 240 ratings.
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