Oldboy movie poster

Oldboy

"Ask not why you were imprisoned. Ask why you were set free."

November 14, 2013 1h 44m 5.9/10 (2,073 votes)

Originally released in 2013. Oldboy is a drama/thriller film. directed by Spike Lee.

Starring Josh Brolin, Elizabeth Olsen, and Sharlto Copley

Synopsis

A man has only three and a half days and limited resources to discover why he was imprisoned in a nondescript room for 20 years without any explanation.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 14, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (2,073 votes)
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Budget $30M Production budget
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Box Office $5.2M 0.2x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$30,000,000
Revenue
$5,200,000

Production Companies

  • 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
  • Vertigo Entertainment
  • Good Universe
  • FilmDistrict

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oldboy about?

A man has only three and a half days and limited resources to discover why he was imprisoned in a nondescript room for 20 years without any explanation.

Who directed Oldboy?

Oldboy was directed by Spike Lee.

How long is Oldboy?

Oldboy has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was Oldboy released?

Oldboy was released on November 14, 2013 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Oldboy?

The main cast of Oldboy includes Josh Brolin, Elizabeth Olsen, Sharlto Copley, Samuel L. Jackson, Michael Imperioli.

Is Oldboy worth watching?

Oldboy has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 2,073 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.