Film · 2011

Bernie

Name: Bernie
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Crime
Released: 2012-05-04
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 6.1
Cast: Tommy G. Kendrick, Rebecca Chulew, Jack Black, Shirley MacLaine, Matthew McConaughey

Directed by Richard Linklater · starring Tommy G. Kendrick, Rebecca Chulew and Jack Black

1 h 44 min
Comedy · Drama · Crime
USA
Released in the UK 25 April 2013

6.1 Users7 votes

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Synopsis

In the tiny, rural town of Carthage, TX, assistant funeral director Bernie Tiede was one of the town's most beloved residents. He taught Sunday school, sang in the church choir and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Everyone loved and appreciated Bernie, so it came as no surprise when he befriended Marjorie Nugent, an affluent widow who was as well known for her sour attitude as her fortune. Bernie frequently traveled with Marjorie and even managed her banking affairs. Marjorie quickly became fully dependent on Bernie and his generosity and Bernie struggled to meet her increasing demands. Bernie continued to handle her affairs, and the townspeople went months without seeing Marjorie. The people of Carthage were shocked when it was reported that Marjorie Nugent had been dead for some time, and Bernie Tiede was being charged with the murder.

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Runtime: 104 min1 hour and 44 minutes
Budget: $5mCastle Rock Entertainment
Box office: $3.6m0.7 times its budget

How long is Bernie?: 1 hour and 44 minutes (104 minutes).
When was Bernie released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 25 April 2013.
Who directed Bernie?: Richard Linklater.
Who is in Bernie?: It stars Tommy G. Kendrick, Rebecca Chulew, Jack Black and Shirley MacLaine.
Where can I watch Bernie?: In the UK you can watch it on subscription on Prime Video and on rent on Apple TV.
How much did Bernie make?: It took $3.6 million in US. It cost $5 million.