The Insider
1999, English. Directed by Michael Mann.
Two men driven to tell the truth … whatever the cost.
A research chemist comes under personal and professional attack when he decides to appear in a 60 Minutes exposé on Big Tobacco.
- Runtime
- 2h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Worth the Hype
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Where to watch The Insider
The Insider isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Michael MannDirector
- Al PacinoLowell Bergman
- Russell CroweJeffrey Wigand
- Christopher PlummerMike Wallace
- Diane VenoraLiane Wigand
- Philip Baker HallDon Hewitt
- Lindsay CrouseSharon Tiller
- Debi MazarDebbie De Luca
- Stephen TobolowskyEric Kluster
- Colm FeoreRichard Scruggs
- Bruce McGillRon Motley
- Gina GershonHelen Caperelli
- Michael GambonThomas Sandefur
Details
- Released
- 28 October 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Eric Roth, Michael Mann
- Budget
- $90M
- Box office
- $60M
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News & fan talk
What The Insider is based on
The Insider is based on The Man Who Knew Too Much, a 1996 article by Marie Brenner.
Article · 1996
The Man Who Knew Too Much
By Marie Brenner
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The Insider: quick answers
Is The Insider worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 2,195 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Insider?
The Insider runs 158 minutes (2h 38m).
Does The Insider have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Insider. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Insider parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Insider is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Insider on?
The Insider 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 The Insider?
If you liked The Insider, try Kill the Messenger, Nothing but the Truth, The Fifth Estate.
Who directed The Insider?
The Insider (1999) was directed by Michael Mann and stars Al Pacino, Russell Crowe, Christopher Plummer.
What is The Insider based on?
The Insider is based on The Man Who Knew Too Much, a 1996 article by Marie Brenner.