W. (2008): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
W. is a 2008 biographical drama directed by Oliver Stone, starring Josh Brolin. It runs 2 hours 9 minutes and earned $29.6 million worldwide on a $25.1 million budget. Critics gave it 56 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 9m (129 min)
- Director
- Oliver Stone
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Lionsgate
- Budget
- $25.1M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is W. About?
The premise of W. without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This unflinching portrait explores the life of George W. Bush, from his early struggles and finding faith to the defining moments of his presidency. The film delves into his personal journey and examines the complex decisions that shaped his time in office, including the controversial decision to invade Iraq. It offers a nuanced perspective on a highly debated figure and the impact he had on the world.
W. Cast
Josh Brolin stars in W.. Directed by Oliver Stone.
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Director Oliver Stone
More from Oliver Stone
More films directed by Oliver Stone, best-rated first: Platoon, Born on the Fourth of July, JFK and Natural Born Killers.
W. Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave W. 56 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 56 Metascore
User score 5.7
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TMDB 62% User score
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W. Plot Summary
What happens in W. 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
In 1966, George W. Bush finds himself navigating the challenges of initiation into the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity at Yale University. During this hazing ritual, he impressively recalls the names and nicknames of many fraternity members while candidly expressing that he feels no connection to his family’s political legacy. Following a particularly rowdy incident after a football game in New Jersey, George H. W. Bush, his father, offers assistance but firmly states that this will be the last time he helps him. After graduating from Yale, Bush takes a brief job in the oil fields of Texas but resigns after just a few weeks.
Full summary
The whole story of W., scene by scene
W. Box Office & Budget
W. grossed $29.6 million worldwide on a $25.1 million budget, 1.2 times what it cost. $25.5 million came from the US and Canada and $4 million (14%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$29.6M
1.2× its budget
- US & Canada
- $25.5M
- International
- $4M
- Budget
- $25.1M
W. Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer W [Extended Trailer] [HD] 2008
How Well Do You Know W.?
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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At which university is George W. Bush initiated into the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity in 1966?
Cars in W.
10 cars on screen, including the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban and the 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme.
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2001 Chevrolet Suburban Minor role -
1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Minor role -
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AM General HMMWV M1114 Background role
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W. FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of W., each answered in a sentence.
How long is W.?
W. runs 2 hours 9 minutes (129 minutes).
When was W. released?
W. was released on October 17, 2008.
Who directed W.?
W. was directed by Oliver Stone.
More films by Oliver Stone Who is in the cast of W.?
W. stars Josh Brolin.
How much did W. make at the box office?
W. grossed $29.6 million worldwide ($25.5 million domestic, $4 million international) on a budget of $25.1 million.
How is W. rated?
W. has 56 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Does W. have a post-credit scene?
No. W. has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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