Hillbilly Elegy
2020, English. Directed by Ron Howard.
Inspired by a true story three generations in the making.
An urgent phone call pulls a Yale Law student back to his Ohio hometown, where he reflects on three generations of family history and his own future.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 1,067 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Hillbilly Elegy
Hillbilly Elegy is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 9 November 2020
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Vanessa Taylor
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What Hillbilly Elegy is based on
Hillbilly Elegy is based on Hillbilly Elegy, a 2017 novel by JD Vance.
Novel · 2017
Hillbilly Elegy
By JD Vance
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Hillbilly Elegy: quick answers
Is Hillbilly Elegy worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 1,067 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Hillbilly Elegy?
Hillbilly Elegy runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does Hillbilly Elegy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Hillbilly Elegy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Hillbilly Elegy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hillbilly Elegy is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Hillbilly Elegy on?
Hillbilly Elegy is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hillbilly Elegy?
If you liked Hillbilly Elegy, try Winter's Bone, Beautiful Boy, Boy A.
Who directed Hillbilly Elegy?
Hillbilly Elegy (2020) was directed by Ron Howard and stars Amy Adams, Glenn Close, Gabriel Basso.
What is Hillbilly Elegy based on?
Hillbilly Elegy is based on Hillbilly Elegy, a 2017 novel by JD Vance.