As I Lay Dying
2013, English. Directed by James Franco.
From the classic novel by William Faulkner
Strife and disaster befall a poor Mississippi family during a two-day trip by horse and wagon to bury their deceased matriarch.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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As I Lay Dying is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- James FrancoDirector
- James FrancoDarl Bundren
- Danny McBrideVernon Tull
- Logan Marshall-GreenJewel
- Ahna O'ReillyDewey Dell
- Jim ParrackCash
- Tim Blake NelsonAnse
- Beth GrantAddie Bundren
- Jennifer Kristen HowellCora Tull
- Brady PermenterVardaman Bundren
- Natalie MintonKate Tull
- Jessica Lemon WilkinsonMrs. Armstid
- Kenny CookGrummet
Details
- Released
- 9 October 2013
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Franco, Matt Rager
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What As I Lay Dying is based on
As I Lay Dying is based on As I Lay Dying, a 1930 novel by William Faulkner.
Novel · 1930
As I Lay Dying
By William Faulkner
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As I Lay Dying: quick answers
Is As I Lay Dying worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 88 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is As I Lay Dying?
As I Lay Dying runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does As I Lay Dying have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for As I Lay Dying. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
As I Lay Dying parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
As I Lay Dying is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is As I Lay Dying on?
As I Lay Dying is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like As I Lay Dying?
If you liked As I Lay Dying, try The Birth of a Nation, The Beguiled, The Road.
Who directed As I Lay Dying?
As I Lay Dying (2013) was directed by James Franco and stars James Franco, Danny McBride, Logan Marshall-Green.
What is As I Lay Dying based on?
As I Lay Dying is based on As I Lay Dying, a 1930 novel by William Faulkner.