Election
1999, English. Directed by Alexander Payne.
Reading. Writing. Revenge.
A high school teacher meets his match in an over-achieving student politician.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 1,253 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Alexander PayneDirector
- Matthew BroderickJim McAllister
- Reese WitherspoonTracy Flick
- Chris KleinPaul Metzler
- Jessica CampbellTammy Metzler
- Mark HarelikDave Novotny
- Phil ReevesWalt Hendricks
- Molly HaganDiane McAllister
- Delaney DriscollLinda Novotny
- Colleen CampJudith Flick
- Frankie IngrassiaLisa Flanagan
- Matt MalloyVice-Principal Bell
- Jeanine JacksonJo Metzler
Details
- Released
- 23 April 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alexander Payne, Jim Taylor
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $15M
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Election: quick answers
Is Election worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 1,253 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Election?
Election runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Election have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Election. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Election suitable for kids?
Election is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like Election?
If you liked Election, try Teachers, Rushmore, Bad Apples.
Who directed Election?
Election (1999) was directed by Alexander Payne and stars Matthew Broderick, Reese Witherspoon, Chris Klein.