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Trading Places

"They're not just getting rich... They're getting even."

June 7, 1983 1h 56m 7.2/10 (3,560 votes)

Originally released in 1983. Trading Places is a comedy film. directed by John Landis.

Starring Dan Aykroyd, Eddie Murphy, and Ralph Bellamy

Synopsis

A snobbish investor and a wily street con-artist find their positions reversed as part of a bet by two callous millionaires.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 7, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 1h 56m 116 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (3,560 votes)
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Budget $15M Production budget
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Box Office $90.4M 6.0x 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
$15,000,000
Revenue
$90,404,800

Production Companies

  • Cinema Group Ventures
  • Paramount Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Trading Places about?

A snobbish investor and a wily street con-artist find their positions reversed as part of a bet by two callous millionaires.

Who directed Trading Places?

Trading Places was directed by John Landis.

How long is Trading Places?

Trading Places has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).

When was Trading Places released?

Trading Places was released on June 7, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Trading Places?

The main cast of Trading Places includes Dan Aykroyd, Eddie Murphy, Ralph Bellamy, Don Ameche, Denholm Elliott.

Is Trading Places worth watching?

Trading Places has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 3,560 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.