Primary Colors
What went down on the way to the top.
Release Date: 1998-03-20
Runtime: 143 mins
In this adaptation of the best-selling roman à clef about Bill Clinton's 1992 run for the White House, the young and gifted Henry Burton is tapped to oversee the presidential campaign of Governor Jack Stanton. Burton is pulled into the politician's colorful world and looks on as Stanton -- who has a wandering eye that could be his downfall -- contends with his ambitious wife, Susan, and an outspoken adviser, Richard Jemmons.
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Details
Runtime
143 minutes
Release Date
1998-03-20
Budget
$65,000,000
Box Office Earnings
$52,100,000
Production Companies
Universal Pictures, Mutual Film Company, Icarus, Tele München, BBC, TOHO-TOWA, UGC PH,
Cast and Crew Members
Cast
Crew Members
Awards and Nominations
Oscar - ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Year:
1999
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Oscar - WRITING (SCREENPLAY BASED ON MATERIAL PREVIOUSLY PRODUCED OR PUBLISHED)
Year:
1999
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
Year:
1999
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Year:
1999
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Audience Reviews
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"There is something quite worrying about this depiction of an American Presidential nomination campaign - it is plausible... John Travolta ("Jack Stanton") positively oozes charisma - in all it's guises - as he schmoozes, charms, cheats and lies his way through a campaign that simultaneously sees him pat babies on their heads whilst stealing their lollipops... Adrian Lester is the enthusiastic, but naive, campaign manager who together with a feisty Kathy Bates is charged with getting their man into the final race with Emma Thompson as the supportive wife who has to tolerate all that the campaign - and her husband's obvious peccadillos - throw at them. The delivery is fast-paced, witty and authentic; the performances - especially the loyal but principled Bates - really reinforce the ultimate message that Joe Klein's story is trying to convey; and Mike Nicholls manages to keep the whole thing from becoming too overtly Clinton-esque! Adrian Lester is a little out of his depth, though, Emma Thompson isn't on her best form either and though it is nice to see old "J.R" on the screen again, Larry Hagman as a senator in the right place at the right time but with more skeletons in his closet than Roger Corman, doesn't really cut it either. It's also far too long, and struggles when Travolta is away from the action... Certainly entertaining, though..."
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"There is something quite worrying about this depiction of an American Presidential nomination campaign - it is plausible... John Travolta ("Jack Stanton") positively oozes charisma - in all it's guises - as he schmoozes, charms, cheats and lies his way through a campaign that simultaneously sees him pat babies on their heads whilst stealing their lollipops... Adrian Lester is the enthusiastic, but naive, campaign manager who together with a feisty Kathy Bates is charged with getting their man into the final race with Emma Thompson as the supportive wife who has to tolerate all that the campaign - and her husband's obvious peccadillos - throw at them. The delivery is fast-paced, witty and authentic; the performances - especially the loyal but principled Bates - really reinforce the ultimate message that Joe Klein's story is trying to convey; and Mike Nicholls manages to keep the whole thing from becoming too overtly Clinton-esque! Adrian Lester is a little out of his depth, though, Emma Thompson isn't on her best form either and though it is nice to see old "J.R" on the screen again, Larry Hagman as a senator in the right place at the right time but with more skeletons in his closet than Roger Corman, doesn't really cut it either. It's also far too long, and struggles when Travolta is away from the action... Certainly entertaining, though..."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the runtime of the Primary Colors ?
The movie is approximately 143 minutes long.
What is the Primary Colors's release date?
1998-03-20 marks the official release date of the movie.
What genre is the Primary Colors?
The movie belongs to the Drama genres, offering a variety of experiences from adventure to fantasy.
Who are the main actors in the Primary Colors?
The lead actors include John Travolta , John Travolta , and Emma Thompson , among others.
Who directed Primary Colors?
The movie was directed by Mike Nichols Mike Nichols
What is the Primary Colors's budget?
The movie had an estimated budget of $65,000,000 .
How much did Primary Colors movie earn at the box office?
A Cinderella Story grossed an estimated $52,100,000 at the box office.
What are some production companies behind the Primary Colors movie?
Major production companies include Universal Pictures Mutual Film Company Icarus Tele München BBC TOHO-TOWA UGC PH .
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