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Hamilton (2006): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Hamilton is a 2006 drama directed by Matthew Porterfield. It runs 1 hour 5 minutes and earned $321,875 worldwide. Critics gave it 55 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$321.9K
Metascore
55
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Hamilton (2006) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 5m (65 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Hamilton About?

The premise of Hamilton without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

During a summer in the Baltimore suburbs, seventeen-year-old Lena and twenty-year-old Joe unexpectedly become parents. Facing the complexities of raising a child, they confront the realities of responsibility and the challenges of adulthood. Their journey explores the transformative power of love and the profound changes that come with parenthood.

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Crew

The Director of Hamilton

Directed by Matthew Porterfield.

Ratings

Hamilton Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Hamilton 55 on Metacritic.

Plot

Hamilton Plot Summary

What happens in Hamilton from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 6-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film brilliantly encapsulates the exhilarating experience of a live Broadway show, weaving a narrative steeped in historical significance. The story unfolds as we follow Alexander Hamilton (Lin-Manuel Miranda), an orphan hailing from the Caribbean island of Nevis, whose early adversities ignite a fierce ambition to carve his name in history and create a lasting legacy.

Full summary

The whole story of Hamilton, scene by scene

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Box office

Hamilton Box Office

Hamilton grossed $321,875 worldwide.

2006 box office

Worldwide gross

$321.9K

US & Canada
$321.9K
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Hamilton?

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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What Caribbean island was Alexander Hamilton born on?

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FAQ

Hamilton FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Hamilton, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Hamilton?

Hamilton runs 1 hour 5 minutes (65 minutes).

When was Hamilton released?

Hamilton was released on August 11, 2006.

Who directed Hamilton?

Hamilton was directed by Matthew Porterfield.

More films by Matthew Porterfield

How much did Hamilton make at the box office?

Hamilton grossed $321,875 worldwide.

How is Hamilton rated?

Hamilton has 55 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.

Does Hamilton have a post-credit scene?

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

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