Burn After Reading
2008, English. Directed by Ethan Coen & Joel Coen.
Intelligence is relative.
When a disc containing memoirs of a former CIA analyst falls into the hands of gym employees, Linda and Chad, they see a chance to make enough money for Linda to have life-changing cosmetic surgery. Predictably, events whirl out of control for the duo, and those in their orbit.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 5,487 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Burn After Reading
Burn After Reading is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ethan CoenDirector
- Joel CoenDirector
- George ClooneyHarry Pfarrer
- Frances McDormandLinda Litzke
- Brad PittChad Feldheimer
- John MalkovichOsborne Cox
- Tilda SwintonKatie Cox
- Richard JenkinsTed
- Elizabeth MarvelSandy Pfarrer
- David RascheCIA Officer
- J.K. SimmonsCIA Superior
- Olek KrupaKrapotkin
- Michael CountrymanAlan
- Kevin SussmanTuchman Marsh Man
Details
- Released
- 5 September 2008
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom, France
- Written by
- Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
- Budget
- $37M
- Box office
- $164M
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Burn After Reading: quick answers
Is Burn After Reading worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 5,487 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Burn After Reading?
Burn After Reading runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Burn After Reading have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Burn After Reading. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Burn After Reading parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Burn After Reading is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Burn After Reading on?
Burn After Reading is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Burn After Reading?
If you liked Burn After Reading, try The Art of Self-Defense, A Different Man, Summer of 69.
Who directed Burn After Reading?
Burn After Reading (2008) was directed by Ethan Coen and Joel Coen and stars George Clooney, Frances McDormand, Brad Pitt.