


J. Edgar at a glance
J. Edgar is a 2011 drama and crime film, running 2h 17m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema and HBO Max.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 2011-11-09
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Genres
- Drama, Crime, History
- Director
- Clint Eastwood
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.2 / 10 · 2,669 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmAs the face of law enforcement in the United States for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career, and his life.
Cast
14 names
Leonardo DiCaprioJohn Edgar Hoover
Armie HammerClyde Tolson
Naomi WattsHelen Gandy
Josh LucasCharles Lindbergh
Josh HamiltonRobert Irwin
Judi DenchAnna Marie Hoover
Geoff PiersonMitchell Palmer
Gunner WrightDwight Eisenhower
Dermot MulroneyColonel Schwarzkopf
Kaitlyn DeverPalmer's Daughter
Adam DriverWalter Lyle
Ed WestwickAgent Smith
Jessica HechtEmma Goldman
Denis O'HareAlbert OsborneQuestions about J. Edgar
Quick answersWhere can I watch J. Edgar in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, J. Edgar is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema, HBO Max. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is J. Edgar suitable for children?
J. Edgar is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is J. Edgar about?
As the face of law enforcement in the United States for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career, and his life.
How long is J. Edgar?
J. Edgar runs for 2h 17m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the J. Edgar trailer?
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