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Napoleon Dynamite

"He's out to prove he's got nothing to prove."

June 11, 2004 1h 35m 6.8/10 (2,064 votes)

Originally released in 2004. Napoleon Dynamite is a comedy film. directed by Jared Hess.

Starring Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez, and Tina Majorino

Synopsis

A listless and alienated teenager decides to help his new friend win the class presidency in their small western high school, while he must deal with his bizarre family life back home.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 11, 2004 21 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
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User Rating 6.8/10 Good (2,064 votes)
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Budget $400K Production budget
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Box Office $46.1M 115.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$400,000
Revenue
$46,118,097

Production Companies

  • Napoleon Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Napoleon Dynamite about?

A listless and alienated teenager decides to help his new friend win the class presidency in their small western high school, while he must deal with his bizarre family life back home.

Who directed Napoleon Dynamite?

Napoleon Dynamite was directed by Jared Hess.

How long is Napoleon Dynamite?

Napoleon Dynamite has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was Napoleon Dynamite released?

Napoleon Dynamite was released on June 11, 2004 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Napoleon Dynamite?

The main cast of Napoleon Dynamite includes Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez, Tina Majorino, Aaron Ruell, Jon Gries.

Is Napoleon Dynamite worth watching?

Napoleon Dynamite has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 2,064 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.