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Being John Malkovich (1999)

English comedy drama film directed by Spike Jonze

RUS

Rated R in the US

Restricted: under 17 requires an accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Runtime
1h 48m 108 min
Released
29 October 1999
Language
English

Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.

Being John Malkovich has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes (108 min). In the US it is rated R. The English film released on 29 October 1999. It is directed by Spike Jonze and stars John Cusack, Cameron Diaz and Catherine Keener.

Cast and crew

Director
Spike Jonze
Cinematography
Lance Acord
Written by
Charlie Kaufman
Produced by
Steve Golin, Vincent Landay, Sandy Stern, Michael Stipe
Production
Propaganda Films, Gramercy Pictures
Distribution
Universal Pictures, Netflix, Fandango

Box office, awards and more

Budget
$13 million
Box office
$23.11 million
Awards
Grand prix du Festival de Deauville; National Board of Review: Top Ten Films; BAFTA Award for Best Original Screenplay
Set in
New Jersey, New York City
Filmed in
Long Beach, New Jersey

Release and where to watch

In theatres
29 October 1999
First shown
2 September 1999 festival or first country
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Can children watch it?

Not meant for children. In the US, under-17s need an adult with them. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Being John Malkovich?

Being John Malkovich has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes, or 108 min.

When did Being John Malkovich release?

Being John Malkovich released on 29 October 1999.

Who directed Being John Malkovich?

Being John Malkovich is directed by Spike Jonze.

Who is in the cast of Being John Malkovich?

The cast of Being John Malkovich includes John Cusack, Cameron Diaz, Catherine Keener, Orson Bean, Mary Kay Place and John Malkovich.

Where can I watch Being John Malkovich online?

Being John Malkovich streams on Netflix.

How much did Being John Malkovich earn at the box office?

Being John Malkovich grossed $23.11 million on a budget of $13 million.

What is Being John Malkovich rated in the US?

Being John Malkovich is rated R by the Motion Picture Association.

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Updated 4 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.