What genre is Magnolia?

Magnolia is categorised as Drama.

Who stars in Magnolia?

William H. Macy, Tom Cruise, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Philip Baker Hall, Julianne Moore appear in the main cast.

Who directed Magnolia?

Paul Thomas Anderson directed Magnolia.

How long is Magnolia?

Magnolia runs for 3h 9m (189 minutes).

Is Magnolia worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 7.7/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Magnolia?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Magnolia (1999)

Name: Magnolia
Genre: Drama
Released: 1999
Duration: 189 min
Cast: William H. Macy, Tom Cruise, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Philip Baker Hall, Julianne Moore

Movie 3h 9m ★ 7.7/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something

Drama

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Released in 1999, Magnolia is a drama movie. It is directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The cast includes William H. Macy, Tom Cruise and Philip Seymour Hoffman. The running time is 3h 9m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.7 out of 10.

62Tonight Score Very well rated, long, so plan the evening, a classic.

Synopsis

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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Questions about Magnolia

What genre is Magnolia?: Magnolia is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Magnolia?: William H. Macy, Tom Cruise, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Philip Baker Hall, Julianne Moore appear in the main cast.
Who directed Magnolia?: Paul Thomas Anderson directed Magnolia.
How long is Magnolia?: Magnolia runs for 3h 9m (189 minutes).
Is Magnolia worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 7.7/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Magnolia?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

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