The People vs. Larry Flynt
Larry Flynt is the hedonistically obnoxious, but indomitable, publisher of Hustler magazine. The film recounts his struggle to make an honest living publishing his girlie magazine and how it changes into a battle to protect the freedom of speech for all people.
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Frequently asked questions about The People vs. Larry Flynt
Where can I watch The People vs. Larry Flynt in the United States?
The People vs. Larry Flynt is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The People vs. Larry Flynt for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The People vs. Larry Flynt needs a subscription to Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The People vs. Larry Flynt?
The People vs. Larry Flynt scores 7.0 on The Movie Database, 7.3 on IMDb, 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 77 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The People vs. Larry Flynt?
The People vs. Larry Flynt stars Woody Harrelson, Courtney Love, Edward Norton, Brett Harrelson, and Donna Hanover. Miloš Forman is the director.
How long is The People vs. Larry Flynt?
The People vs. Larry Flynt runs 2h 10m (130 minutes).
When did The People vs. Larry Flynt come out?
The People vs. Larry Flynt was released on December 25, 1996.
Which studio made The People vs. Larry Flynt?
The People vs. Larry Flynt was produced by Columbia Pictures, Phoenix Pictures, and Ixtlan Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The People vs. Larry Flynt?
The People vs. Larry Flynt was made on a budget of $36,000,000.
How much did The People vs. Larry Flynt make at the box office?
The People vs. Larry Flynt grossed $20,300,385 worldwide, against a budget of $36,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.