The Hoax
In what would cause a fantastic media frenzy, Clifford Irving sells his bogus biography of Howard Hughes to a premiere publishing house in the early 1970s.
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Where can I watch The Hoax in the United States?
The Hoax is available to stream on Hoopla and YouTube Free 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 Hoax for free?
The Hoax streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Hoax?
The Hoax scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Hoax?
The Hoax stars Richard Gere, Alfred Molina, Marcia Gay Harden, Hope Davis, and Julie Delpy. Lasse Hallström is the director.
How long is The Hoax?
The Hoax runs 1h 56m (116 minutes).
When did The Hoax come out?
The Hoax was released on October 14, 2006.
Which studio made The Hoax?
The Hoax was produced by Yari Film Group, Miramax, and The Mark Gordon Company in the United States.
What was the budget for The Hoax?
The Hoax was made on a budget of $25,000,000.
How much did The Hoax make at the box office?
The Hoax grossed $11,772,461 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000,000.
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