The Artist movie poster

The Artist

"A breath of fresh vintage air"

October 12, 2011 1h 40m 7.4/10 (3,430 votes)

Originally released in 2011. The Artist is a drama/comedy film. directed by Michel Hazanavicius.

Starring Jean Dujardin, Bérénice Bejo, and John Goodman

Synopsis

Hollywood, 1927: As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the arrival of talking pictures will cause him to fade into oblivion, he sparks with Peppy Miller, a young dancer set for a big break.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 12, 2011 14 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (3,430 votes)
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Budget $15M Production budget
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Box Office $133.4M 8.9x return
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Language French Original language
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Country Belgium + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$133,432,856

Production Companies

  • uFilm
  • La Petite Reine
  • Studio 37
  • La Classe américaine
  • JD Prod
  • France 3 Cinéma
  • Jouror Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Artist about?

Hollywood, 1927: As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the arrival of talking pictures will cause him to fade into oblivion, he sparks with Peppy Miller, a young dancer set for a big break.

Who directed The Artist?

The Artist was directed by Michel Hazanavicius.

How long is The Artist?

The Artist has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was The Artist released?

The Artist was released on October 12, 2011 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Artist?

The main cast of The Artist includes Jean Dujardin, Bérénice Bejo, John Goodman, James Cromwell, Penelope Ann Miller.

Is The Artist worth watching?

The Artist has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 3,430 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.