Barney's Version (2011): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Barney's Version is a 2011 drama directed by Richard J. Lewis. It is based on Barney's Version by Mordecai Richler. It runs 2 hours 12 minutes and earned $12.1 million worldwide on a $30 million budget. It won 1 award from 3 nominations, one of them 1 Oscar nomination. Critics gave it 77% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 12m (132 min)
- Director
- Richard J. Lewis
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Sony Pictures Classics
- Budget
- $30M
- Based on
- Barney's Version by Mordecai Richler
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Barney's Version About?
The premise of Barney's Version without spoilers, adapted from Barney's Version by Mordecai Richler. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Barney Panofsky reflects on his life, sharing a personal and often humorous account of his journey across three decades and two continents. The story follows his complex relationships with two wives, Clara and Miriam, and explores the unexpected moments of kindness, generosity, and courage that have shaped him. From Rome’s vibrant artistic scene to lavish celebrations, Barney’s recollections offer a poignant look at love, loss, and the enduring power of memory.
The Director of Barney's Version
Directed by Richard J. Lewis.
- Director Richard J. Lewis
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Barney's Version Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Barney's Version 77% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 77% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 78%
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Metacritic 67 Metascore
User score 6.5
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TMDB 70% User score
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Barney's Version Plot Summary
What happens in Barney's Version from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Barney Panofsky is navigating life alongside his best friend Boogie in the beautiful city of Rome. In a whirlwind of emotions, he marries the troubled and unfaithful Clara Charnofsky after she claims to be carrying his child. However, the joyous anticipation turns to heartache when Barney discovers that the stillborn child is not his, leading him to demand a separation. Overwhelmed by grief, Clara takes her own life, prompting a devastated Barney to return to his hometown of Montreal.
Full summary
The whole story of Barney's Version, scene by scene
Barney's Version Box Office & Budget
Barney's Version grossed $12.1 million worldwide on a $30 million budget, 40% of what it cost. $4.4 million came from the US and Canada and $7.7 million (63%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$12.1M
40% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $4.4M
- International
- $7.7M
- Budget
- $30M
Barney's Version Awards & Nominations
Barney's Version won 1 award from 3 nominations, one of them 1 Oscar nomination. Its biggest night was the Golden Globes 2011, with 1 win from 1 nomination.
1 win3 nominations3 ceremonies
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Golden Globes 2011 1 win · 1 nomination- Won Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy – Paul Giamatti
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Artios Awards 2011 1 nomination- Nominated Outstanding Achievement in Casting - Feature - Studio or Independent Drama
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Oscars 2011 1 nomination- Nominated Makeup
Barney's Version Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Barney's Version.
How Well Do You Know Barney's Version?
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 does Barney marry impulsively?
Cars in Barney's Version
19 cars on screen, including the 1972 Citroën DS 21 and the 1969 Jaguar XK-E.
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1972 Citroën DS 21 Important role -
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2000 Chevrolet Malibu Minor role
Barney's Version Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “La versione di Barney” and “Benim Hikayem”.
- Also known as
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- La versione di Barney
- Benim Hikayem
- Le monde de Barney
- O tropos tou Barney
- El mundo según Barney
- 巴尼的版本
- 琐碎人生
- По версии Барни
- Ο Τρόπος του Μπάρνεϊ
- A Minha Versão do Amor
- 巴尼的人生
- Barney és a nők
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- Barneys många liv
- Świat według Barneya
- Barneys mange liv
- הסיפור על פי בארני
- Barneyho ženy
- Versiunea lui Barney
- 세번째 사랑
- Версията на Барни
- За версією Барні
- バーニーズ・バージョン ローマと共に
- 巴尼正傳
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Barney's Version FAQ: Box Office, Awards & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings, the book behind it, awards and post-credit scenes of Barney's Version, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Barney's Version?
Barney's Version runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).
When was Barney's Version released?
Barney's Version was released on January 14, 2011.
Who directed Barney's Version?
Barney's Version was directed by Richard J. Lewis.
More films by Richard J. Lewis How much did Barney's Version make at the box office?
Barney's Version grossed $12.1 million worldwide ($4.4 million domestic, $7.7 million international) on a budget of $30 million.
How is Barney's Version rated?
Barney's Version has 77% on Rotten Tomatoes, 67 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.
Is Barney's Version based on a book?
Yes. Barney's Version is adapted from Barney's Version by Mordecai Richler.
What awards did Barney's Version win?
Barney's Version won 1 award from 3 nominations, including Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globes 2011.
Does Barney's Version have a post-credit scene?
No. Barney's Version has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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