Election
Election (1999) is a comedy drama, directed by Alexander Payne. It stars Matthew Broderick and Reese Witherspoon. The 103-minute film holds an audience score of 6.9/10.
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What Election Is About
Alexander Payne's 1999 film follows an ambitious student running for school president and the teacher trying to stop her. Both believe they are right. The teacher interferes with the vote. The film breaks its narration among several characters' voiceovers; the narrative vindicates none of them. It is adapted from a novel. Reese Witherspoon and Matthew Broderick lead. The screenplay was nominated for an Academy Award. Who it's for: those who like sharp black comedy. Who it's not for: viewers uncomfortable that an improper relationship between a teacher and a student stays in the background; the film passes over it briefly.
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What is Election about?
Alexander Payne's 1999 film follows an ambitious student running for school president and the teacher trying to stop her. Both believe they are right.
Where can I watch Election?
Election is available to watch on digital platforms such as fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Election?
Election runs for 103 minutes (1h 43m).
When did Election come out?
Election was released in 1999.
Who directed Election?
Election was directed by Alexander Payne.
Who stars in Election?
Election stars Matthew Broderick, Reese Witherspoon, Chris Klein, Jessica Campbell.
What is Election's rating?
Election holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 6.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 72 out of 100.
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