The Butler (2013)
English drama film directed by Lee Daniels
Film facts
- Runtime
- 2h 12m 132 min
- Released
- 5 August 2013
- Language
- English
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
The Butler has a runtime of 2 hours 12 minutes (132 min). The English film released on 5 August 2013. It is directed by Lee Daniels and stars Forest Whitaker, Alex Pettyfer and John Cusack.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Lee Daniels
- Cast
- Forest Whitaker, Alex Pettyfer, John Cusack, Robin Williams, Terrence Howard, James Marsden, Alan Rickman, Liev Schreiber, Melissa Leo, Minka Kelly, Jane Fonda, Cuba Gooding Jr.
- Cinematography
- Andrew Dunn
- Editing
- Joe Klotz
- Music
- Alexandre Desplat
- Written by
- Lee Daniels, Danny Strong
- Produced by
- Lee Daniels, Cassian Elwes
- Distribution
- The Weinstein Company, Netflix, Fandango
Box office, awards and more
- Set in
- Washington, D.C., Birmingham, Nashville, Memphis
- Filmed in
- New Orleans
- Country
- United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 5 August 2013
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The Butler?
The Butler has a runtime of 2 hours 12 minutes, or 132 min.
When did The Butler release?
The Butler released on 5 August 2013.
Who directed The Butler?
The Butler is directed by Lee Daniels.
Who is in the cast of The Butler?
The cast of The Butler includes Forest Whitaker, Alex Pettyfer, John Cusack, Robin Williams, Terrence Howard and James Marsden.
Where can I watch The Butler online?
The Butler streams on Netflix.
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