News of the World
2020, English. Directed by Paul Greengrass.
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A Texan traveling across the wild West bringing the news of the world to local townspeople, agrees to help rescue a young girl who was kidnapped.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 2,026 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch News of the World
News of the World is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Paul GreengrassDirector
- Tom HanksCaptain Jefferson Kyle Kidd
- Helena ZengelJohanna Leonberger
- Michael Angelo CovinoAlmay
- Ray McKinnonSimon Boudlin
- Mare WinninghamDoris Boudlin
- Elizabeth MarvelMrs. Gannett
- Fred HechingerJohn Calley
- Bill CampMr. Branholme
- Thomas Francis MurphyMr. Farley
- Gabriel EbertBenjamin Farley
- Neil SandilandsWilhelm Leonberger
- Winsome BrownAnna Leonberger
Details
- Released
- 25 December 2020
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Greengrass, Luke Davies
- Budget
- $38M
- Box office
- $13M
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What News of the World is based on
News of the World is based on News of the World, a 2016 novel by Paulette Jiles.
Novel · 2016
News of the World
By Paulette Jiles
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News of the World: quick answers
Is News of the World worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 2,026 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is News of the World?
News of the World runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does News of the World have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for News of the World. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
News of the World parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
News of the World is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is News of the World on?
News of the World is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like News of the World?
If you liked News of the World, try The Way West, Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here, Rio Bravo.
Who directed News of the World?
News of the World (2020) was directed by Paul Greengrass and stars Tom Hanks, Helena Zengel, Michael Angelo Covino.
What is News of the World based on?
News of the World is based on News of the World, a 2016 novel by Paulette Jiles.