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The Paperboy

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The Paperboy

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The Paperboy is a 2012 American crime drama film co-written and directed by Lee Daniels and based on Pete Dexter's 1995 novel of the same name. The novel was inspired by a true story. It follows Miami reporter Ward Jansen who returns to his hometown in Florida to investigate a murder case involving a death row inmate. The film stars Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, Nicole Kidman, David Oyelowo, John Cusack and Macy Gray.

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2012 · 1h 47m · Thriller · Drama · Mystery

TMDB 5.5/10 (815 votes)

A reporter returns to his Florida hometown to investigate a case involving a death row inmate.

Directed by Lee Daniels

Box office $1M worldwide

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Cast & crew

Lee DanielsDirector

Zac Efronas Jack Jansen

Matthew McConaugheyas Ward Jansen

Nicole Kidmanas Charlotte Bless

David Oyelowoas Yardley Acheman

Macy Grayas Anita / Narrator

John Cusackas Hillary Van Wetter

Scott Glennas W.W. Jansen

Ned Bellamyas Tyree van Wetter

Nealla Gordonas Ellen Guthrie

Edrick Browneas Hustler #1

Kevin Watermanas Victim DDanny Hanemannas Sheriff Thurmond Call