Fahrenheit 11/9 (2018)
Michael Moore's firebrand documentary confronts the forces that brought Donald Trump to power and challenges Americans to reckon with their democracy.
Fahrenheit 11/9 - Movie Information
- Original Title: Fahrenheit 11/9
- Release Year: 2018
- Directed by: Michael Moore
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Documentary
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 2h 8m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 21, 2018 (Canada), September 21, 2018 (United States - R), October 19, 2018 (United Kingdom - 15), January 17, 2019 (Germany - 6), October 22, 2018 (Italy), November 9, 2018 (Spain), November 22, 2018 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: Fahrenheit 11-9 (UK), Michael Moore - Fahrenheit 119 (CA)
- Production Companies: Midwestern Films, State Run Films, Dog Eat Dog Films
- Production Countries: United States of America
Fahrenheit 11/9 - Plot
Michael Moore's provocative documentary explores the two most important questions of the Trump Era: How did we get here, and how do we get out.
Fahrenheit 11/9 - Trailer
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Tyrant. Liar. Racist. A hole in one.
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Fahrenheit 11/9 - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Michael Moore
Main Cast
- Michael Moore
- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
- Bernie Sanders
- David Hogg
- Donald Trump
- Steve Bannon
- Roseanne Barr
- Roger Ailes
- Brooke Baldwin
- Ashleigh Banfield
Writers
- Michael Moore
Producers
- Michael Moore
- Carl Deal
- Meghan O'Hara
Fahrenheit 11/9 - FAQs
What is Fahrenheit 11/9 about?
Fahrenheit 11/9 is Michael Moore's documentary examining the political and social conditions that enabled Donald Trump's rise to the presidency. The film investigates systemic failures in American democracy, the Flint water crisis, the Parkland school shooting, and grassroots resistance movements, asking how the country reached this point and what comes next.
Why is the film titled Fahrenheit 11/9?
The title is a play on Moore's earlier film Fahrenheit 9/11, but reversed to reference November 9, 2016 — the morning Americans woke up to learn Donald Trump had won the presidential election. Moore frames that date as a turning point as significant, in his view, as the September 11 attacks.
Who are the main figures featured in Fahrenheit 11/9?
The documentary features Michael Moore as narrator and on-screen presence, alongside Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Bernie Sanders, Parkland survivor David Hogg, Donald Trump, Steve Bannon, Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Joe Biden, and Kim Jong-un, among others, many appearing through archival footage.
What is the Flint water crisis segment about?
Moore dedicates a significant portion of the film to the Flint, Michigan water contamination crisis, where residents were exposed to lead-poisoned water. He uses it as a lens for examining government negligence, institutional racism, and the failures of elected officials — including a pointed critique of President Obama's response during his visit to the city.
Where can I stream Fahrenheit 11/9?
Fahrenheit 11/9 is available to buy or rent on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It is also available to watch with ads on The Roku Channel. Availability may vary depending on your region.
What is the age rating for Fahrenheit 11/9?
Fahrenheit 11/9 is rated R in the United States. The rating reflects the film's mature political content, strong language, and disturbing real-world footage including scenes related to school shootings and environmental contamination. It is rated 15 in the United Kingdom and Germany.
How long is Fahrenheit 11/9?
Fahrenheit 11/9 has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes). It was released theatrically in the United States and Canada on September 21, 2018, and distributed by Briarcliff Entertainment.
How was Fahrenheit 11/9 received by critics?
Critics generally praised the film's ambition and emotional urgency, though some found its scope overly broad. On Rotten Tomatoes it earned a certified fresh score, with reviewers noting Moore's characteristic provocation and passion. Audiences were more divided, reflecting the film's politically charged subject matter.
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