O Brother, Where Art Thou?

Name: O Brother, Where Art Thou?
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Crime
Released: 2000-08-30
Cast: George Clooney, John Turturro, Tim Blake Nelson, John Goodman, Holly Hunter

2000 | 107 min | Adventure, Comedy, Crime

Saturday Special

Why it’s a Saturday Special

Audiences rate it highly (7.3 out of 10) and it drew serious awards attention, despite little lasting buzz. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for crime fans, anyone who wants a laugh and adventure fans.
The mood: Light and funny.
The pace: Breezy, at 1 hr 47 min.
What might put you off: Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

In the deep south during the 1930s, three escaped convicts search for hidden treasure while a relentless lawman pursues them.

How it earned its rating

CriticsSolid
78% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesStrong
7.3 out of 10
AwardsStrong
Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globes: Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical. Also nominated for 2 Oscars, 1 more Golden Globe and 4 BAFTAs. Plus 6 other awards.
Box office & staying powerSolid
$72 million worldwide on a $26 million budget
Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
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