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Thank You for Smoking is a 2005 American satirical black comedy film written and directed by Jason Reitman and starring Aaron Eckhart, based on the 1994 satirical novel of the same name by Christopher Buckley. It follows the efforts of Big Tobacco's chief spokesman, Nick Naylor, who lobbies on behalf of cigarettes using heavy spin tactics while also trying to remain a role model for his 12-year-old son. Maria Bello, Adam Brody, Sam Elliott, Katie Holmes, Rob Lowe, William H. Macy, J. K. Simmons, and Robert Duvall appear in supporting roles.
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2005 · 1h 32m · Comedy · Drama
TMDB 7.2/10 (2,450 votes)
Nick Naylor is a charismatic spin-doctor for Big Tobacco who'll fight to protect America's right to smoke -- even if it kills him -- while still remaining a role model for his 12-year old son. When he incurs the wrath of a senator bent on snuffing out cigarettes, Nick's powers of "filtering the truth" will be put to the test.
Directed by Jason Reitman
Box office $25M worldwide
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Jason ReitmanDirector
Maria Belloas Polly Bailey
Adam Brodyas Jack
Sam Elliottas Lorne Lutch
William H. Macyas Senator Ortolan Finistirre
Robert Duvallas The Captain
David Koechneras Bobby Jay Bliss
J.K. Simmonsas BR
Kim Dickensas Jill Naylor
Connie Rayas Pearl
Joan Lundenas Joan Lunden