Magnolia
Runtime
189 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Magnolia (1999)

American Movie1999Rating 7.7
📌 Available on Apple TV and Prime Video🛡️ Adults 18+
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Magnolia weaves together eight separate stories across Los Angeles into a tapestry of longing and redemption, where a dying man confronts his estranged daughter while his former lover finds unexpected solace nearby. A television host wrestling with emptiness, a police officer drowning in unrequited devotion, and a child prodigy bearing wounds too heavy for her age become threads in the same desperate narrative. What emerges is not separate tales but one profound meditation on forgiveness, where strangers become mirrors for each other's broken hearts.

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Character-driven

88
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EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneLight and steady
ExperienceStraightforward viewing experience
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a lighter watch that runs on dialogue, chemistry, and day-to-day situations more than escalation.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
18+Adults
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Runtime
189 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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⭐ 79.5/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-05-19
IMDb8.0/10341.9K votes80
Rotten Tomatoes82%82
Metacritic78/10078
TMDB7.7/104K votes77.3
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DirectorPaul Thomas Anderson
WritingPaul Thomas Anderson
CastTom CruisePhilip Baker HallPhilip Seymour HoffmanJulianne MooreWilliam H. Macy
ProductionMichael De LucaPaul Thomas AndersonJoAnne SellarLynn Harris
MusicJon BrionAimee MannDana Sano
CinematographyRobert ElswitMichael G. RibaChristos Bitsakos

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⚠️Soft performer1.31x
💱Analysis currency: USD
⚠️ Soft performer

Revenue crossed the budget line with a thin margin

The release covered its reported production cost, but the commercial cushion remained narrow.
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Weak return
The release delivered $48.5M against a reported budget of $37M to land close to a commercial breakeven line.
💹 Return multiple: 1.31x📈 ROI: +31%🧾 Soft performer
💰Budget
$37M37 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$48.5M48.5 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
⚠️Commercial gap
+$11.5M+11.5 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
⚠️Return multiple
1.31x1.31x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Budget
$37M
Revenue
$48.5M
Commercial gap
+$11.5M
Budget: $37M • Revenue: $48.5M • Commercial gap: +$11.5M ROI +31%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Covered budget with a limited margin.
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Director: Paul Thomas Anderson

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1Where can I watch Magnolia?
Magnolia is available on Prime Video, Disney+, and Apple TV. You can choose any of these platforms to stream the film directly.
2How long is Magnolia?
The film has a runtime of 189 minutes, which is approximately 3 hours and 9 minutes. Plan your viewing time accordingly.
3What is the plot of Magnolia?
The film follows several interconnected characters in San Fernando Valley whose lives intersect during critical moments. It focuses on the complex relationship between a dying father and his estranged son, alongside other characters facing their own personal crises on the same day.
4When was Magnolia released?
Magnolia was released in 1999 and directed by بول توماس أندرسون. It is considered one of the significant dramatic works from that era.
5Is Magnolia suitable for all ages?
The film is a complex drama dealing with heavy themes such as death, regret, and broken relationships, making it intended for mature audiences who can handle strong dramatic content.
6What genre is Magnolia?
Magnolia is a drama film that weaves together multiple interconnected storylines revolving around life, death, healing, and complex human relationships.

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