Bernie (2011)

English crime film directed by Richard Linklater

Film facts

Runtime: 1h 44m 104 min
Released: 16 June 2011
Language: English

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

Bernie has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 min). The English film released on 16 June 2011. It is directed by Richard Linklater and stars Jack Black, Shirley MacLaine and Matthew McConaughey.

Cast and crew

Director: Richard Linklater
Cast: Jack Black, Shirley MacLaine, Matthew McConaughey, Gabriel Luna, Juli Erickson, Merrilee McCommas, Dale Dudley, Brandon Smith
Cinematography: Dick Pope
Editing: Sandra Adair
Music: Graham Reynolds
Written by: Skip Hollandsworth, Richard Linklater
Produced by: Matt Williams, David McFadzean, Celine Rattray, Richard Linklater
Production: Mandalay Pictures, Castle Rock Entertainment, Wind Dancer Films
Distribution: Alchemy, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Awards: National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor; New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actor
Based on: Texas Monthly
Set in: Texas
Filmed in: Texas
Country: United States

Release and where to watch

In theatres: 16 June 2011
On OTT: Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Bernie?

Bernie has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes, or 104 min.

When did Bernie release?

Bernie released on 16 June 2011.

Who directed Bernie?

Bernie is directed by Richard Linklater.

Who is in the cast of Bernie?

The cast of Bernie includes Jack Black, Shirley MacLaine, Matthew McConaughey, Gabriel Luna, Juli Erickson and Merrilee McCommas.

Where can I watch Bernie online?

Bernie streams on Netflix.

Is Bernie based on a true story or a book?

Bernie is based on Texas Monthly.

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