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The Widowmaker (2015): Cast

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The Widowmaker is a 2015 documentary directed by Patrick Forbes, starring Gillian Anderson as Narrator. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes.

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The Widowmaker (2015) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Director
Patrick Forbes
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Widowmaker About?

The premise of The Widowmaker without spoilers.

Every year, numerous Americans die suddenly from heart attacks, often with no prior warning. This film explores a disturbing story of ambition, self-interest, and a deliberate cover-up regarding the heart's vulnerabilities. It investigates how these tragedies might have been prevented, shedding light on a critical health issue and the forces that sought to conceal it.

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Cast & crew

The Widowmaker Cast & Characters

Gillian Anderson plays Narrator in The Widowmaker. Directed by Patrick Forbes.

From the director

More from Patrick Forbes

More films directed by Patrick Forbes, best-rated first: The Phantom, The Price of Truth and Wikileaks: Secrets and Lies.

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FAQ

The Widowmaker FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Widowmaker, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Widowmaker?

The Widowmaker runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was The Widowmaker released?

The Widowmaker was released on February 27, 2015.

Who directed The Widowmaker?

The Widowmaker was directed by Patrick Forbes.

More films by Patrick Forbes

Who is in the cast of The Widowmaker?

The Widowmaker stars Gillian Anderson as Narrator.

Does The Widowmaker have a post-credit scene?

No. The Widowmaker has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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