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An Inconvenient Truth (2006): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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An Inconvenient Truth is a 2006 documentary directed by Davis Guggenheim, starring Al Gore. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $49.8 million worldwide. It won 2 Oscars, including Documentary (Feature) and Music (Original Song), and 3 awards in all. Critics gave it 75 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$49.8M
Oscars won
2
Metascore
75
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An Inconvenient Truth (2006) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Director
Davis Guggenheim
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is An Inconvenient Truth About?

The premise of An Inconvenient Truth without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

This documentary explores the urgent issue of climate change and presents a case for increased awareness. It follows former Vice President Al Gore as he presents a comprehensive overview of the scientific evidence, potential consequences, and possible solutions. While highlighting the severity of the problem, the film also encourages a balanced understanding of environmental challenges and the complexities involved in addressing them, prompting viewers to consider a range of perspectives.

An Inconvenient Truth Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • global climate change
  • climate change
  • environmental issue
  • climate
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  • vegetation
  • renewable energy
  • wind energy
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  • science and technology documentary
  • environmental documentary
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  • climate activist
  • epa
  • environmental protection agency
  • live action
  • lecture
  • environment
  • audience
  • global warming
  • truth
  • science
  • politics
  • globe
  • crisis
  • motivational
  • perseverance
  • heat
  • dilemma
  • three word title
  • polar ice cap
  • energy conservation
  • warmth
  • urgency
  • sea level
  • melting glacier
  • carbon dioxide
  • air pollution
  • endangered species
  • greenhouse gases
  • woods
  • wildfire
  • wild fire
  • warning
  • transportation
  • state of emergency
  • species
  • song
  • solid ice
  • smoking
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Cast & crew

An Inconvenient Truth Cast

Al Gore stars in An Inconvenient Truth. Directed by Davis Guggenheim.

From the director

More from Davis Guggenheim

More films directed by Davis Guggenheim, best-rated first: Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie, Deaf President Now!, Waiting for 'Superman' and It Might Get Loud.

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Ratings

An Inconvenient Truth Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave An Inconvenient Truth 75 on Metacritic.

Plot

An Inconvenient Truth Plot Summary

What happens in An Inconvenient Truth from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Director Davis Guggenheim masterfully intertwines the intricate science behind global warming with the personal narratives of Al Gore, showcasing his profound commitment to combatting the ramifications of climate change. An unwavering environmental advocate, Gore presents a myriad of facts and compelling data in a manner that is not only thought-provoking but also deeply engaging.

Throughout the documentary, we witness Al Gore as he strips his presentations of any political bias, instead providing a platform where audiences are encouraged to form their own conclusions through his charismatic, humorous, and engaging delivery. By the conclusion of his presentation, viewers are left profoundly affected, finding themselves on the edge of their seats, captivated by his poignant message about the environmental crisis looming over our planet, a sentiment echoed by Guggenheim.

Full summary

The whole story of An Inconvenient Truth, scene by scene

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Box office

An Inconvenient Truth Box Office

An Inconvenient Truth grossed $49.8 million worldwide. $24.1 million came from the US and Canada and $25.6 million (51%) from the rest of the world.

2006 box office

Worldwide gross

$49.8M

US & Canada
$24.1M
International
$25.6M
US & Canada 49% Rest of the world 51%
Awards

An Inconvenient Truth Awards & Nominations

An Inconvenient Truth won 2 Oscars, including Documentary (Feature) and Music (Original Song), and 3 awards in all. Its biggest night was the Oscars 2007, with 2 wins from 2 nominations.

3 wins4 nominations2 ceremonies

  • Academy Awards (Oscars) logo
    Oscars 2007 2 wins · 2 nominations
    • Won Documentary (Feature)
    • Won Music (Original Song)
  • Critics' Choice Awards logo
    Critics' Choice 2007 1 win · 2 nominations
    • Won Best Documentary Feature
    • Nominated Best Song
Videos

An Inconvenient Truth Trailers & Videos

The trailer of An Inconvenient Truth.

An Inconvenient Truth Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know An Inconvenient Truth?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who directed 'An Inconvenient Truth'?

Details

An Inconvenient Truth Also Known As

29 alternative titles, including “Una Verdad Incómoda” and “Uma Verdade Inconveniente”.

Also known as
  • Una Verdad Incómoda
  • Uma Verdade Inconveniente
  • Une vérité qui dérange
  • An Inconvenient Truth: A Global Warning
  • Неудобна истина
  • Epämiellyttävä totuus
  • Mia enohlitiki alitheia
  • Neugodna istina
  • Kellemetlen igazság
  • Niewygodna prawda
  • Uygunsuz gerçek
  • 불편한 진실
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  • 不愿面对的真相
  • 麻烦的真相
  • 绝望真相
  • Eine unbequeme Wahrheit
  • Una scomoda verità
  • En obekväm sanning
  • אמת מטרידה
  • 难以忽视的真相
  • En ubekvem sandhed
  • Неудобная правда
  • Неудобната истина
  • Nepříjemná pravda
  • Незручна правда
  • 不都合な真実
  • 不願面對的真相
  • เรื่องจริงช็อคโลก
  • Nepríjemná pravda

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FAQ

An Inconvenient Truth FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of An Inconvenient Truth, each answered in a sentence.

How long is An Inconvenient Truth?

An Inconvenient Truth runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was An Inconvenient Truth released?

An Inconvenient Truth was released on May 24, 2006.

Who directed An Inconvenient Truth?

An Inconvenient Truth was directed by Davis Guggenheim.

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Who is in the cast of An Inconvenient Truth?

An Inconvenient Truth stars Al Gore.

How much did An Inconvenient Truth make at the box office?

An Inconvenient Truth grossed $49.8 million worldwide ($24.1 million domestic, $25.6 million international).

How is An Inconvenient Truth rated?

An Inconvenient Truth has 75 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.

What awards did An Inconvenient Truth win?

An Inconvenient Truth won 3 awards from 4 nominations, including Documentary (Feature) at the Oscars 2007.

Does An Inconvenient Truth have a post-credit scene?

Yes. An Inconvenient Truth has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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