

True Story
2015, English. Directed by Rupert Goold.
Some mysteries are beyond belief.
A drama centered on the relationship between journalist Michael Finkel and Christian Longo, an FBI Most Wanted List murderer who for years lived outside the U.S. under Finkel's name.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 2,144 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch True Story
True Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 10 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Rupert GooldDirector
- Jonah HillMichael Finkel
- James FrancoChristian Longo
- Felicity JonesJill Barker
- Maria DizziaMary Jane Longo
- Ethan SupleePat Frato
- Robert John BurkeGreg Ganley
- Charlotte DriscollSadie Longo
- Kohl SudduthPolice Officer
- Conor KikotZach Longo
- Stella Rae PayneMadison Longo
- Byron JenningsJudge Odenkirk
- Gretchen MolKaren
Details
- Released
- 17 April 2015
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Kajganich, Rupert Goold
- Box office
- $5.3M
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What True Story is based on
True Story is based on a true story.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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True Story: quick answers
Is True Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 2,144 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is True Story?
True Story runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does True Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for True Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
True Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
True Story is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is True Story on?
True Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like True Story?
If you liked True Story, try No Man of God, Kill the Messenger, Monster.
Who directed True Story?
True Story (2015) was directed by Rupert Goold and stars Jonah Hill, James Franco, Felicity Jones.
What is True Story based on?
True Story is based on a true story.