Magnolia
1999, English. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson.
Things fall down. People look up. And when it rains, it pours.
On one random day in the San Fernando Valley, a dying father, a young wife, a male caretaker, a famous lost son, a police officer in love, a boy genius, an ex-boy genius, a game show host and an estranged daughter will each become part of a dazzling multiplicity of plots, but one story.
- Runtime
- 3h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Worth the Hype
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7.7/10 from 4,222 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Magnolia
Magnolia isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Paul Thomas AndersonDirector
- Tom CruiseFrank T.J. Mackey
- Philip Baker HallJimmy Gator
- Philip Seymour HoffmanPhil Parma
- Julianne MooreLinda Partridge
- William H. MacyQuiz Kid Donnie Smith
- John C. ReillyOfficer Jim Kurring
- Melora WaltersClaudia Wilson Gator
- Jeremy BlackmanStanley Spector
- Jason RobardsEarl Partridge
- Melinda DillonRose Gator
- Michael BowenRick Spector
- April GraceGwenovier
Details
- Released
- 17 December 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Thomas Anderson
- Budget
- $37M
- Box office
- $48M
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Magnolia: quick answers
Is Magnolia worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 4,222 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Magnolia?
Magnolia runs 189 minutes (3h 9m).
Does Magnolia have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Magnolia. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Magnolia parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Magnolia is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Magnolia on?
Magnolia isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Magnolia?
If you liked Magnolia, try The Glass House, Beautiful Boy, Don't Make Me Go.
Who directed Magnolia?
Magnolia (1999) was directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and stars Tom Cruise, Philip Baker Hall, Philip Seymour Hoffman.