Baghead (2008): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Baghead is a 2008 drama horror film directed by Jay Duplass, starring Ross Partridge, Greta Gerwig and Steve Zissis. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes and earned $140,106 worldwide. Critics gave it 62 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10. Stream it on AMC+ and Philo, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 24m (84 min)
- Director
- Jay Duplass
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Sony Pictures Classics
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Baghead About?
The premise of Baghead without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A strange and unsettling figure wearing a bag on his head appears and disrupts the lives of a group of friends. This quirky comedy-horror explores the reactions of those who encounter him, ranging from fear and confusion to a bizarre fascination. As the story progresses, the unsettling presence forces the characters to confront their own perceptions and ultimately reveals a deeper, more complex truth about human connection.
Baghead Themes & Keywords
· 43 tags- cabin in the woods
- big bear california
- male frontal nudity
- los angeles california
- nudity
- sack mask
- paper bag mask
- california
- cabin
- actor
- male nudity
- vomiting
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- paper bag
- bag over head
- masturbation
- drunkenness
- writing
- wallet
- video camera
- vandalism
- shirt
- rural setting
- restroom
- practical joke
- party crashing
- old flame
- hospital
- hit by a car
- friendship
- forest
- flirting
- filmmaking
- film within a film
- film festival
- faking one's own death
- diner
- chase
- caught masturbating
- broken leg
- apology
- mumblecore
- independent film
- title spoken by character
Where to Watch Baghead
Stream it on AMC+ and Philo, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Baghead Cast
Ross Partridge leads the cast, with Greta Gerwig and Steve Zissis. Directed by Jay Duplass.
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Director Jay Duplass
Baghead Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Baghead 62 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10.
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IMDb 6.0 /10
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Metacritic 62 Metascore
User score 6.2
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Baghead Plot Summary
What happens in Baghead from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Following the unexpected acclaim of their micro-budget film THE PUFFY CHAIR (2005), brothers Jay and Mark Duplass decided to turn their handheld DV camera towards a humorous critique of the often pretentious nature of the independent film scene, while cleverly integrating some horror elements for an added thrill. The outcome is an engaging and distinctive cinematic experience, brimming with humor, valuable insights, and an exhilarating ride for those willing to venture into it.
Full summary
The whole story of Baghead, scene by scene
Baghead Box Office
Baghead grossed $140,106 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$140.1K
- US & Canada
- $140.1K
Baghead Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Baghead.
How Well Do You Know Baghead?
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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Baghead Also Known As
34 alternative titles, including “El cuerpo de Jennifer” and “辣得要命”.
- Also known as
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- El cuerpo de Jennifer
- 辣得要命
- Tijelo lijepe Jennifer
- Dzeniferes kunas
- Zabójcze cialo
- 죽여줘 제니퍼
- Le corps de Jennifer
- ジェニファーズ・ボディ
- Jennifer'ın Bədəni
- 陰點鬼情人
- 辣的要命
- Jennifer's Body - Jungs nach ihrem Geschmack
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- Kana Susadım
- Тело Дженнифер
- O Corpo de Jennifer
- Ördög bújt beléd
- Zabójcze ciało
- 詹妮弗的肉体
- Jennifer's Body - Bacha, kouše!
- הגוף של ג'ניפר
- Το Σώμα που Σκοτώνει
- Corpul lui Jennifer
- Garota Infernal
- Telo lepe Jennifer
- 죽여줘! 제니퍼
- Страстите на Дженифър
- Diabólica tentación
- Jenniferning tanasi
- Dženiferės kūnas
- Тіло Дженніфер
- Pozor hryzie!
- Thân Xác Ác Quỷ
- Опасна Џенифер
- เจนนิเฟอร์'ส บอดี้ สวย ร้อน กัด สยอง, ჯენიფერის სხეული
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Baghead FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Baghead, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Baghead?
Baghead runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
When was Baghead released?
Baghead was released on July 25, 2008.
Who directed Baghead?
Baghead was directed by Jay Duplass.
More films by Jay Duplass Who is in the cast of Baghead?
Baghead stars Ross Partridge, Greta Gerwig and Steve Zissis.
Where can I watch Baghead?
In the US, Baghead is streaming on AMC+, Philo and Sundance Now and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Baghead make at the box office?
Baghead grossed $140,106 worldwide.
How is Baghead rated?
Baghead has 6.0/10 on IMDb and 62 on Metacritic.
Does Baghead have a post-credit scene?
No. Baghead has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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