Rent (2005)
Movie 2h 15m ★ 6.8/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Rent is a drama and romance movie from 2005. It is directed by Chris Columbus. The cast includes Anthony Rapp, Rosario Dawson and Jesse L. Martin. The running time is 2h 15m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.8 out of 10.
Synopsis
This rock opera tells the story of one year in the life of a group of bohemians struggling in late 1980s East Village, New York, USA. The film centers around Mark and Roger, two roommates. While a tragedy has made Roger numb to new experiences, Mark begins capturing their world through his attempts to make a personal movie. In the year that follows, they and their friends deal with love, loss, and working together.
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Cast & crew
- Chris ColumbusDirector
- Anthony Rappas Mark Cohen
- Rosario Dawsonas Mimi Marquez
- Jesse L. Martinas Tom Collins
- Taye Diggsas Benjamin Coffin III
- Idina Menzelas Maureen Johnson
- Tracie Thomsas Joanne Jefferson
- David Fineas Homeless Man on Range Rover
- Adam Pascalas Roger Davis
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Questions about Rent
- What genre is Rent?
- Rent is categorised as Drama, Romance.
- Who stars in Rent?
- Anthony Rapp, Rosario Dawson, Jesse L. Martin, Taye Diggs, Idina Menzel appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Rent?
- Chris Columbus directed Rent.
- How long is Rent?
- Rent runs for 2h 15m (135 minutes).
- Is Rent worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Rent?
- 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.
