Citizen Kane
Newspaper magnate Charles Foster Kane is taken from his mother as a boy and made the ward of a rich industrialist. As a result, every well-meaning, tyrannical or self-destructive move he makes for the rest of his life appears in some way to be a reaction to that deeply wounding event.
Where to stream Citizen Kane
Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
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CITIZEN KANE ('41) - Original Trailer
75th Anniversary Trailer
Original Theatrical Trailer
Citizen Kane (70th Anniversary) - Trailer
Fathom Events Spot
80th Anniversary
Charlie Kane Forces Susan Into An Opera Career
Charles Foster Kane is Blackmailed During His Race for Governor
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Frequently asked questions about Citizen Kane
Where can I watch Citizen Kane in the United States?
Citizen Kane is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Citizen Kane?
Citizen Kane scores 8.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Citizen Kane?
Citizen Kane stars Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten, Dorothy Comingore, Ray Collins, and George Coulouris. Orson Welles is the director.
How long is Citizen Kane?
Citizen Kane runs 1h 59m (119 minutes).
When did Citizen Kane come out?
Citizen Kane was released on April 17, 1941.
Which studio made Citizen Kane?
Citizen Kane was produced by Mercury Productions and RKO Radio Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Citizen Kane?
Citizen Kane was made on a budget of $839,727.
How much did Citizen Kane make at the box office?
Citizen Kane grossed $23,218,000 worldwide, against a budget of $839,727.
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