Fauci (2021): Cast & Ratings
Fauci is a 2021 documentary directed by Janet Tobias and John Hoffman, starring Anthony Fauci, George W. Bush and Bono. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes. Critics gave it 86% on Rotten Tomatoes and 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 44m (104 min)
- Directors
- Janet Tobias and John Hoffman
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Magnolia Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Fauci About?
The premise of Fauci without spoilers.
This documentary explores the career of Dr. Anthony Fauci, a leading figure in public health. It examines his decades-long dedication to scientific research and his pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic. The film portrays the intense public scrutiny he faced as a cultural icon, highlighting his commitment to science and the challenges of maintaining integrity amidst political division and unprecedented circumstances.
Fauci Themes & Keywords
· 28 tags- pandemic
- reference to anthony s. fauci
- aids
- humanity
- virus
- covid 19
- american scientist
- covid 19 pandemic
- medicine
- physician
- national geographic
- president of the united states
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- american politics
- reference to donald trump
- plague
- infectious disease
- immunologist
- aids pandemic
- medical doctor
- science
- ebola
- global pandemic
- sars
- epidemic
- expert
- expertise
- united states of america
- president
Fauci Cast
Anthony Fauci leads the cast, with George W. Bush and Bono. Directed by Janet Tobias and John Hoffman; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Co-director Janet Tobias -
Co-director John Hoffman
- Anthony Fauci as themselves
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George W. Bush as themselves -
Bono as themselves -
Bill Gates as themselves
Also Starring in Fauci
· 6 more- Susan Rice Themselves
- Laurie Garrett Themselves
- Francis Collins Themselves
- Apoorva Mandavilli Themselves
- Christine Grady Themselves
- Thomas Frieden Themselves
More from Janet Tobias and John Hoffman
More films directed by Janet Tobias and John Hoffman, best-rated first: No Place on Earth, The Barber of Little Rock, Out of Many, One and Memory Games.
Fauci Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Fauci 86% on Rotten Tomatoes and 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 56/100, strongest in character & emotion (65) and weakest in rewatch factor (45).
Fauci Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, the documentary presents a solid, well‑structured tribute to Dr. Fauci that benefits from clear thematic framing and competent craftsmanship, but its overtly favorable stance and limited critical depth generate a divided reception. Critics commend its educational purpose and narrative focus, while many viewers criticize it as propagandistic and lacking nuance. This split results in a general mixed overall impression.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 55
In terms of direction, editing, and visual craftsmanship, the film demonstrates competent but conventional techniques. Critics note a smart structural focus and effective juxtaposition of health crises, though some mention occasional rote biographical details. A few viewers acknowledge solid direction, while others dismiss it as lazy. Overall, the craftsmanship is adequate without standing out.
- Character & Emotion 65
Regarding character portrayal and emotional resonance, the documentary presents Dr. Fauci as a determined public servant, but depth and nuance are limited. Critics appreciate the heroic framing and thematic portrait, yet note an absence of critical examination. Viewer comments rarely address character depth, focusing instead on the film’s bias. Consequently, the character aspect receives modest positive regard.
- Story & Flow 55
The narrative offers a chronological sweep across multiple epidemics, providing a coherent overview while sometimes relying on straightforward biographical exposition. Critics commend the temporal jumps and thematic focus, but point out lingering unanswered questions and a lack of deeper analysis. Several users describe the content as repetitive propaganda, though one acknowledges decent pacing. Overall, the storytelling is mixed and leans toward negative.
- Sensory Experience 60
The sensory component—soundtrack, audio mix, and visual style—remains serviceable, underscoring the documentary’s informational tone without distinct flair. Critics do not highlight these elements, implying they meet functional standards. Audience feedback is silent on sensory aspects, suggesting no notable impact. Consequently, the sensory experience is judged as neutral and unremarkable.
- Rewatch Factor 45
Rewatch appeal is limited, as the documentary’s didactic approach and partisan perspective reduce its attractiveness for multiple viewings. Critics acknowledge its educational value and potential classroom use, yet note unanswered questions that diminish repeat interest. User sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, labeling the film propaganda, with only a single enthusiastic endorsement. Overall, the rewatch factor scores low.
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IMDb 6.5 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 86% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 2%
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Metacritic 70 Metascore
User score 0.7
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TMDB 33% User score
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Letterboxd 3.9 /5
2.8K ratings
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Fauci Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Fauci.
Fauci Also Known As
63 alternative titles, including “米歇尔大战机器人” and “米歇尔一家大战机器”.
- Also known as
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- 米歇尔大战机器人
- 米歇尔一家大战机器
- Connected
- Super Conectados
- Déconnectés
- Teljes kikapcsolódás
- Połączeni
- 無線之戰
- Uppkopplad
- На связи
- Control. Alt. Escape!
- Conectados: modo familia
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- Мітчели супроти Машин
- 一家斷線救地球
- میشل ها علیه ماشین ها
- Connected - Familie verbindet
- Підключені
- Connectés
- บ้านมิตเชลล์ปะทะจักรกล
- The Mitchells vs. The Machines: The Katie Mitchell Edition
- 一家人大戰機械人
- Митчеллы против машин [The Mitchells vs the Machines (2020)]
- Familien Mitchell Mod Maskinerne
- 미첼 가족과 기계 전쟁
- Mičels Pret Mašīnām
- Los Mitchell contra las máquinas
- 智能大反攻
- Connected – Yhteyttä etsimässä
- Ping Ping Συνθεδήκαμε
- Les Mitchell contre les machines
- I Mitchell contro le macchine
- Mitchellin perhe ja koneiden kapina
- Rodina na baterky
- Митчеллы против машин
- Ailem Robotlara Karşı
- Моето семейство срещу машините
- A Família Mitchell e a Revolta das Máquinas
- A Mitchellék a gépek ellen
- Мітчелли супроти Машин
- Οι Μίτσελ και η Εξέγερση των Μηχανών
- Pripojení
- The Mitchells vs. The Machines
- Familia Mitchell împotriva roboţilor
- Familjen Mitchell mot maskinerna
- Forbundet
- ミッチェル家とマシンの反乱
- Os Mitchell Contra as Máquinas
- Die Mitchells gegen die Maschinen
- Мичелови против машина
- Mitchellowie kontra maszyny
- משפחת מיטשל ומלחמתה במכונות
- La familia Mitchell vs. las máquinas
- 米家大戰機器人
- Superišmanieji
- De Mitchells tegen de machines
- Nhà Mitchell đối đầu với máy móc
- La família Mitchell contra les màquines
- عائلة ميتشل في مواجهة الآلات
- Familien Mitchell mot maskinene
- میشلها علیه ماشینها
- Supersavienotie
- 米歇尔一家大战机器人
- Obitelj Mitchell protiv strojeva
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Fauci FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Fauci, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Fauci?
Fauci runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
When was Fauci released?
Fauci was released on September 10, 2021.
Who directed Fauci?
Fauci was directed by Janet Tobias and John Hoffman.
More films by Janet Tobias Who is in the cast of Fauci?
Fauci stars Anthony Fauci, George W. Bush and Bono, among 10 credited actors.
How is Fauci rated?
Fauci has 6.5/10 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, 70 on Metacritic and 33% on TMDB.
Does Fauci have a post-credit scene?
No. Fauci has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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