The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
"Life isn't measured in minutes, but in moments."
Originally released in 2008. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a drama/fantasy film. directed by David Fincher. With a runtime of 2h 46m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, and Taraji P. Henson
Synopsis
Born under unusual circumstances, Benjamin Button springs into being as an elderly man in a New Orleans nursing home and ages in reverse. Twelve years after his birth, he meets Daisy, a child who flits in and out of his life as she grows up to be a dancer. Though he has all sorts of unusual adventures over the course of his life, it is his relationship with Daisy, and the hope that they will come together at the right time, that drives Benjamin forward.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 25, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
2h 46m
166 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (13,433 votes)
Budget
$150M
Production budget
Box Office
$335.8M
2.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Brad Pitt
as Benjamin Button
Cate Blanchett
as Daisy Fuller
Taraji P. Henson
as Queenie
Julia Ormond
as Caroline Fuller
Jason Flemyng
as Thomas Button
Tilda Swinton
as Elizabeth Abbott
Mahershala Ali
as Tizzy Weathers
Jared Harris
as Captain Mike
Elias Koteas
as Monsieur Gateau
Phyllis Somerville
as Grandma Fuller
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $150,000,000
- Revenue
- $335,802,786
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- The Kennedy/Marshall Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Curious Case of Benjamin Button about?
Born under unusual circumstances, Benjamin Button springs into being as an elderly man in a New Orleans nursing home and ages in reverse. Twelve years after his birth, he meets Daisy, a child who f...
Who directed The Curious Case of Benjamin Button?
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button was directed by David Fincher.
How long is The Curious Case of Benjamin Button?
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has a runtime of 2 hours and 46 minutes (166 minutes total).
When was The Curious Case of Benjamin Button released?
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button was released on December 25, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button?
The main cast of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button includes Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Taraji P. Henson, Julia Ormond, Jason Flemyng.
Is The Curious Case of Benjamin Button worth watching?
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 13,433 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.