The Big Short

2015 · 2h 11m · Released

R Comedy, Drama

The men who made millions from a global economic meltdown.

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Adam McKay Director

Steve Carell Mark Baum

Christian Bale Michael Burry

Ryan Gosling Jared Vennett

Brad Pitt Ben Rickert

Marisa Tomei Cynthia Baum

Melissa Leo Georgia Hale

Hamish Linklater Porter Collins

John Magaro Charlie Geller

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Where can I watch The Big Short?

The Big Short is available to stream on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV in the US. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What is The Big Short about?

The men who made millions from a global economic meltdown.

Who stars in The Big Short?

The Big Short stars Steve Carell, Christian Bale, Ryan Gosling, Brad Pitt, and Marisa Tomei.

When did The Big Short come out?

The Big Short was released in 2015.

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