O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
The Coen Brothers' raucous Depression-era odyssey blends Homer, bluegrass, and George Clooney's irresistible charm into an American classic.
O Brother, Where Art Thou? - Movie Information
- Original Title: O Brother, Where Art Thou?
- Release Year: 2000
- Directed by: Joel Coen
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Crime
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 47m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): August 30, 2000 (Belgium - 14), February 2, 2001 (United States - PG-13), September 14, 2000 (United Kingdom - 12), October 19, 2000 (Germany - 12), August 30, 2000 (France - U), September 24, 2000 (Australia - M), December 2, 2000 (Brazil - 12), March 16, 2001 (Mexico), November 10, 2000 (Italy), October 6, 2000 (Spain - A), November 18, 2000 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: Bracie, gdzie jesteś? (PL), Ó, testvér, merre visz az utad? (HU), Fratello Dove Sei (IT), 오 핗제여 어디에 있는가? (KR), ¿Dónde estás, hermano? (MX), Dónde Estás, Hermano? (AR), O'Brother (FR), O Brother, Where Art Thou？ (US)
- Production Companies: Touchstone Pictures, Universal Pictures, StudioCanal, Working Title Films, Mike Zoss Productions
- Production Countries: France, United Kingdom, United States of America
O Brother, Where Art Thou? - Plot
In the deep south during the 1930s, three escaped convicts search for hidden treasure while a relentless lawman pursues them.
O Brother, Where Art Thou? - Trailer
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They have a plan, but not a clue.
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O Brother, Where Art Thou? - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Joel Coen
Main Cast
- George Clooney
- John Turturro
- Tim Blake Nelson
- John Goodman
- Holly Hunter
- Chris Thomas King
- Charles Durning
- Del Pentecost
- Michael Badalucco
- J.R. Horne
Writers
- Ethan Coen
- Joel Coen
Producers
- Ethan Coen
O Brother, Where Art Thou? - FAQs
What is O Brother, Where Art Thou? based on?
O Brother, Where Art Thou? is loosely based on Homer's ancient Greek epic The Odyssey. The Coen Brothers transplant the journey of Odysseus into the 1930s American South, with Everett Ulysses McGill's odyssey home mirroring the trials of the original hero, complete with sirens, a cyclops, and a suitor.
Who are the main actors in O Brother, Where Art Thou?
The film stars George Clooney as the fast-talking Everett Ulysses McGill, John Turturro as Pete Hogwallop, and Tim Blake Nelson as the guileless Delmar O'Donnell. Supporting roles are filled by John Goodman, Holly Hunter, Charles Durning, and Chris Thomas King as the blues musician Tommy Johnson.
What is the soundtrack of O Brother, Where Art Thou?
The soundtrack, produced by T Bone Burnett, is one of the most celebrated in film history. Featuring bluegrass, gospel, blues, and old-time country, it won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2002. The song 'I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow' became an iconic cultural touchstone after the film's release.
When was O Brother, Where Art Thou? released?
O Brother, Where Art Thou? had its initial release on August 30, 2000, in France and Belgium. It reached the United States on February 2, 2001, and the United Kingdom on September 14, 2000. The film was directed by Joel Coen and produced by Touchstone Pictures and Universal Pictures.
Where can you stream O Brother, Where Art Thou?
O Brother, Where Art Thou? is available to stream on Hulu and YouTube TV. It can also be accessed via AMC+ on Roku. For those who prefer digital purchase or rental, the film is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What is the age rating for O Brother, Where Art Thou?
O Brother, Where Art Thou? is rated PG-13 in the United States. The rating reflects some violence, mild language, and thematic content appropriate for teenagers and adults. In the UK it carries a 12 certificate, while Germany and Brazil also rated it 12. France classified it U, suitable for all audiences.
Did O Brother, Where Art Thou? win any awards?
The film earned two Academy Award nominations, including Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Cinematography for Roger Deakins. Its greatest awards triumph came through the soundtrack, which won the Grammy for Album of the Year in 2002. George Clooney also received a Golden Globe nomination for his comedic performance.
How long is O Brother, Where Art Thou?
O Brother, Where Art Thou? has a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes (107 minutes). The film moves at a brisk, episodic pace that mirrors its road-trip structure, making it an engaging and consistently entertaining watch from start to finish without overstaying its welcome.
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