O movie poster

O

"Trust. Seduction. Betrayal."

August 31, 2001 1h 35m 5.9/10 (300 votes)

Originally released in 2001. O is a drama/romance film. directed by Tim Blake Nelson.

Starring Mekhi Phifer, Martin Sheen, and Josh Hartnett

Synopsis

Even though he's the only black student at the elite Palmetto Grove Academy, star basketball player and future NBA hopeful Odin James has the adoration of all, including the team's coach and the Dean's beautiful daughter Desi. Odin's troubled friend Hugo, the coach's son, is deeply resentful of his father's preference of Odin on and off the court. When Hugo plots a diabolical scheme to sow the seed of mistrust between O and Desi, it sets in motion a disturbing chain of events which erupts into a firestorm of breathtaking intensity.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 31, 2001 24 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (300 votes)
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Box Office $16M Worldwide gross
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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
Revenue
$16,017,403

Production Companies

  • Dimension Films
  • FilmEngine
  • Chickie The Cop Production
  • Daniel Fried Productions
  • Rhulen Entertainment
  • Miramax
  • Lionsgate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is O about?

Even though he's the only black student at the elite Palmetto Grove Academy, star basketball player and future NBA hopeful Odin James has the adoration of all, including the team's coach and the De...

Who directed O?

O was directed by Tim Blake Nelson.

How long is O?

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

When was O released?

O was released on August 31, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in O?

The main cast of O includes Mekhi Phifer, Martin Sheen, Josh Hartnett, Andrew Keegan, Julia Stiles.

Is O worth watching?

O has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 300 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.