The Big Picture
1989, English. Directed by Christopher Guest.
Film school prepared Nick for everything... everything but Hollywood.
Hollywood beckons for recent film school grad Nick Chapman, who is out to capitalize on the momentum from his national award-winning student film. Studio executive Allen Habel seduces Nick with a dream deal to make his first feature, but once production gets rolling, corporate reality begins to intervene: Nick is unable to control a series of compromises to his high-minded vision, and it's all he can do to maintain his integrity in the midst of filmmaking chaos.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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5.9/10 from 114 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Big Picture
The Big Picture isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Christopher GuestDirector
- Kevin BaconNick Chapman
- Emily LongstrethSusan Rawlings
- J.T. WalshAllen Habel
- Teri HatcherGretchen
- Michael McKeanEmmet Sumner
- Jennifer Jason LeighLydia Johnson
- Kim MiyoriJenny Sumner
- Dan SchneiderJonathan Tristan-Bennet
- Jason GouldCarl Manknik
- Tracy Brooks SwopeLori Pressman
- Don FranklinTodd Marvin
- Gary KroegerMark
Details
- Released
- 15 September 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, Michael Varhol
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $117K
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The Big Picture: quick answers
Is The Big Picture worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 114 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Big Picture?
The Big Picture runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Big Picture have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Big Picture. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Big Picture parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Big Picture is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Big Picture on?
The Big Picture 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 The Big Picture?
If you liked The Big Picture, try L.A. Without a Map, Which Brings Me to You, He Said, She Said.
Who directed The Big Picture?
The Big Picture (1989) was directed by Christopher Guest and stars Kevin Bacon, Emily Longstreth, J.T. Walsh.