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Bottle Rocket

"They're not really criminals, but everyone's got to have a dream."

February 21, 1996 1h 31m 6.7/10 (1,140 votes)

Originally released in 1996. Bottle Rocket is a comedy/crime film. directed by Wes Anderson.

Starring Luke Wilson, Owen Wilson, and Robert Musgrave

Synopsis

Upon his release from a mental hospital following a nervous breakdown, the directionless Anthony joins his friend Dignan, who seems far less sane than the former. Dignan has hatched a harebrained scheme for an as-yet-unspecified crime spree that somehow involves his former boss, the (supposedly) legendary Mr. Henry.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 21, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (1,140 votes)
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Budget $7M Production budget
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Box Office $1M 0.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$7,000,000
Revenue
$1,040,879

Production Companies

  • Gracie Films
  • Columbia Pictures
  • Boyle-Taylor Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bottle Rocket about?

Upon his release from a mental hospital following a nervous breakdown, the directionless Anthony joins his friend Dignan, who seems far less sane than the former. Dignan has hatched a harebrained s...

Who directed Bottle Rocket?

Bottle Rocket was directed by Wes Anderson.

How long is Bottle Rocket?

Bottle Rocket has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was Bottle Rocket released?

Bottle Rocket was released on February 21, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bottle Rocket?

The main cast of Bottle Rocket includes Luke Wilson, Owen Wilson, Robert Musgrave, Lumi Cavazos, James Caan.

Is Bottle Rocket worth watching?

Bottle Rocket has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 1,140 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.