What Just Happened 2008
“Admit nothing.”
What is What Just Happened?
Released in the United States on October 17, 2008, What Just Happened is a satirical comedy-drama directed by Barry Levinson. The film runs for one hour and forty-four minutes and is rated R.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 17, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Tribeca Productions, 2929 Productions, Linson Entertainment
- Budget
- $25,000,000
- Revenue
- $6,673,422
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.4/10 from 496 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~104 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Tribeca Productions, 2929 Productions, Linson Entertainment
Where to watch in United States
Stream
With ads
Rent
Buy
Stream
With ads
Stream
Free
With ads
Rent
Buy
Stream
With ads
Rent
Buy
Rent
Buy
Stream
With ads
Rent
Buy
Stream
Free
With ads
Rent
Buy
Streaming availability data provided by JustWatch via TMDB. Availability changes by country and date; verify on the provider before subscribing or purchasing.
Trailer
Overview
Released in the United States on October 17, 2008, What Just Happened is a satirical comedy-drama directed by Barry Levinson. The film runs for one hour and forty-four minutes and is rated R. The story follows movie producer Ben during an ordinary week in Hollywood as he navigates shark-infested waters and struggles to complete his latest projects. A demanding studio boss requires extensive changes to a movie starring Sean Penn, while another studio chief refuses to greenlight a project unless star Bruce Willis shaves his beard. At the same time, Ben attempts to reconcile with his wife and maintain a relationship with his young daughter. The film stars Robert De Niro, with a supporting cast featuring Catherine Keener, Robin Wright, Stanley Tucci, Moon Bloodgood, John Turturro, Sean Penn, Michael Wincott, Kristen Stewart, and Bruce Willis.
Should you watch it?
“A Hollywood producer navigates industry pressures and personal struggles during one intense week.”
- Features a cast including Robert De Niro and Bruce Willis
- Directed by Barry Levinson
- Explores the complexities of movie production and studio politics
- The film is rated R
Watch it if you are interested in a satirical look at the inner workings of Hollywood.
This R-rated comedy-drama explores the professional and personal life of a movie producer.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about What Just Happened — answers are spoiler-safe.
Your verdict
Is What Just Happened worth watching?
Cast
Frequently asked questions
What is the genre of the film?
The film is a satirical comedy-drama.
Who stars in the movie?
The film stars Robert De Niro, with a supporting cast including Catherine Keener, Robin Wright, Stanley Tucci, and Bruce Willis.
How long is the film?
The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Barry Levinson.
Explore What Just Happened
Where to watch Similar movies More from Tribeca ProductionsMore from 2929 Productions
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on What Just Happened.