The Big Picture
Hollywood beckons for recent film school grad Nick Chapman, who is out to capitalize on the momentum from his national award-winning student film. Studio executive Allen Habel seduces Nick with a dream deal to make his first feature, but once production gets rolling, corporate reality begins to intervene: Nick is unable to control a series of compromises to his high-minded vision, and it's all he can do to maintain his integrity in the midst of filmmaking chaos.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Big Picture (1989) Trailer | Kevin Bacon | Jennifer Jason Leigh
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Frequently asked questions about The Big Picture
Where can I watch The Big Picture in the United States?
The Big Picture 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, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Big Picture?
The Big Picture scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Big Picture?
The Big Picture stars Kevin Bacon, Emily Longstreth, J.T. Walsh, Teri Hatcher, and Michael McKean. Christopher Guest is the director.
How long is The Big Picture?
The Big Picture runs 1h 40m (100 minutes).
When did The Big Picture come out?
The Big Picture was released on September 15, 1989.
Which studio made The Big Picture?
The Big Picture was produced by Aspen Film Society and Columbia Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Big Picture?
The Big Picture was made on a budget of $5,000,000.
How much did The Big Picture make at the box office?
The Big Picture grossed $117,463 worldwide, against a budget of $5,000,000.
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.