Primary Colors(1998)
What went down on the way to the top.
Synopsis
In this adaptation of the best-selling roman à clef about Bill Clinton's 1992 run for the White House, the young and gifted Henry Burton is tapped to oversee the presidential campaign of Governor Jack Stanton. Burton is pulled into the politician's colorful world and looks on as Stanton -- who has a wandering eye that could be his downfall -- contends with his ambitious wife, Susan, and an outspoken adviser, Richard Jemmons.
Directed by Mike Nichols
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Cast
John Travolta
Jack Stanton
Emma Thompson
Susan Stanton
Billy Bob Thornton
Richard Jemmons
Adrian Lester
Henry Burton
Maura Tierney
Daisy Green
Paul Guilfoyle
Howard Ferguson
Larry Hagman
Gov. Fred Picker
Kathy Bates
Libby Holden
Diane Ladd
Mamma Stanton
Rebecca Walker
March
Caroline Aaron
Lucille Kaufman
Tommy Hollis
Fat Willie
Rob Reiner
Izzy Rosenblatt
Ben Jones
Arlen Sporken
J.C. Quinn
Uncle Charlie
Allison Janney
Miss Walsh
Robert Klein
Norman Asher
Mykelti Williamson
Dewayne Smith
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Where can I watch Primary Colors?+
Primary Colors is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Primary Colors come out?+
Primary Colors was released in 1998.
How long is Primary Colors?+
Primary Colors runs for 143 minutes (2 hours and 23 minutes).
Who directed Primary Colors?+
Primary Colors was directed by Mike Nichols.
Who stars in Primary Colors?+
Primary Colors stars John Travolta, Emma Thompson, Billy Bob Thornton, Adrian Lester and Maura Tierney.
Is Primary Colors worth watching?+
Primary Colors holds a 6.2/10 rating from 361 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and comedy.
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