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Primary Colors (1998)

English biographical film directed by Mike Nichols

Film facts

Runtime
2h 18m 138 min
Released
20 March 1998
Language
English

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

Primary Colors has a runtime of 2 hours 18 minutes (138 min). The English film released on 20 March 1998. It is directed by Mike Nichols and stars John Travolta, Emma Thompson and Billy Bob Thornton.

Cast and crew

Director
Mike Nichols
Cinematography
Michael Ballhaus
Written by
Elaine May
Produced by
Mike Nichols
Production
Universal Pictures
Distribution
Universal Pictures

Box office, awards and more

Based on
Primary Colors
Set in
Washington, D.C.
Filmed in
New York City, New Orleans

Release and where to watch

In theatres
20 March 1998
On OTT
Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Primary Colors?

Primary Colors has a runtime of 2 hours 18 minutes, or 138 min.

When did Primary Colors release?

Primary Colors released on 20 March 1998.

Who directed Primary Colors?

Primary Colors is directed by Mike Nichols.

Who is in the cast of Primary Colors?

The cast of Primary Colors includes John Travolta, Emma Thompson, Billy Bob Thornton, Kathy Bates, Adrian Lester and Maura Tierney.

Is Primary Colors based on a true story or a book?

Primary Colors is based on Primary Colors.

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