Capturing the Friedmans
2003, English. Directed by Andrew Jarecki.
Who do you believe?
An Oscar nominated documentary about a middle-class American family who is torn apart when the father Arnold and son Jesse are accused of sexually abusing numerous children. Director Jarecki interviews people from different sides of this tragic story and raises the question of whether they were rightfully tried when they claim they were innocent and there was never any evidence against them.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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7.1/10 from 376 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Andrew JareckiDirector
- Arnold FriedmanSelf (archive footage)
- Elaine FriedmanSelf
- David FriedmanSelf
- Jesse FriedmanSelf
- Seth FriedmanSelf (archive footage)
- John McDermottSelf - Postal Inspector
- Frances GalassoSelf - Ret. Director, Sex Crimes Unit
- Anthony SguegliaSelf - Detective, Sex Crimes Unit
- Joseph OnoratoSelf - Asst. District Attorney
- Judd MartinSelf - Jesse's Best Friend in High School
- Howard FriedmanSelf - Arnold's Brother
- Ron GeorgalisSelf - Former Computer Student
Details
- Released
- 30 May 2003
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $4.1M
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Capturing the Friedmans: quick answers
Is Capturing the Friedmans worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 376 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Capturing the Friedmans?
Capturing the Friedmans runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Capturing the Friedmans have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Capturing the Friedmans. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Capturing the Friedmans suitable for kids?
Capturing the Friedmans is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Capturing the Friedmans?
Capturing the Friedmans is streaming on JioHotstar.
What movies are like Capturing the Friedmans?
If you liked Capturing the Friedmans, try Abducted in Plain Sight, Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers, Scouts Honor: The Secret Files of the Boy Scouts of America.
Who directed Capturing the Friedmans?
Capturing the Friedmans (2003) was directed by Andrew Jarecki and stars Arnold Friedman, Elaine Friedman, David Friedman.