State of Play (2009) movie poster

State of Play (2009)

"Find the truth"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 70%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 74% (RT: 84%, MC: 64) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
2h 7m
Country
France, United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (2,103 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
64
Cast
Russell Crowe as Cal McAffrey
Ben Affleck as Stephen Collins
Rachel McAdams as Della Frye
Helen Mirren as Cameron Lynne
Robin Wright as Anne Collins
Jason Bateman as Dominic Foy
Jeff Daniels as George Fergus
Michael Berresse as Robert Bingham
Most people think so. 70% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,103 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 74%.
Overview
When a congressional aide is killed, a Washington, D.C. journalist starts investigating the case involving the Representative, his old college friend. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of State of Play was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • During production of State of Play, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

State of Play is a 2009 thriller, crime, mystery film directed by Kevin Macdonald. When a congressional aide is killed, a Washington, D.C. journalist starts investigating the case involving the Representative, his old college friend. The film has been rated by 2,103 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a thriller film, State of Play delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. State of Play (2009) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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