Spotlight
Spotlight is a 2015 Oscar winning Biography Crime film released on 6th November; Tom McCarthy directed the film which stars Rachel McAdams, Mark Ruffalo, and Michael Keaton. The film is based on a true story. The film was a box office success, earning a profit of $78,690,254 on its budget.
The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core.
Cast (46)
Rachel McAdams
Mark Ruffalo
Michael Keaton
Liev Schreiber
Stanley Tucci
Paul Guilfoyle
Billy Crudup
Martin Roach
John Slattery
Len Cariou
Jamey Sheridan
Brian d'Arcy James
Robert Clarke
Michael Cyril Creighton
Gary Galone
Laurie Murdoch
Darrin Baker
Rob deLeeuw
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Updated: 18th Jan 2024, 9:30pm
Production Companies
First Look Media
Open Road Films
Rocklin / Faust
Seville International
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Spotlight Stats
Cast Age
Estimated Ages At Time of Filming
7% 30-39
15% 40-49
11% 50-59
9% 60-69
2% 70-79
57% Unknown
Cast Genders
Who Is Most Represented
30% Female
70% Male
Good/Bad Characters
More Heroes of Villains?
100% Unknown
Character Types
What Characters Feature
2% Journalist
2% Investigative Reporter
96% Unknown
Spotlight FAQ
When was Spotlight released?
Spotlight was released on Friday November 6th, 2015.
Is Spotlight Based on a True Story?
Yes, the film is based on a true story. However, it is very common in these kinds of films for scenes, characters or situations to be changed or fictionalised for dramatic effect. Even when that is the case, the overall story and main characters are based on non-fictional people and events.
How much did Spotlight cost to make?
The budget was $20,000,000.
How much money did Spotlight make?
The worldwide revenue was $98,690,254.
Is Spotlight on Netflix?
No, Spotlight is not currently available on Netflix in the United States
Is Spotlight on Amazon Prime?
No, Spotlight is not currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States
Is Spotlight on Disney Plus?
No, Spotlight is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States