The Social Network

PG-13

Released Oct 1, 2010

2h 0m

Drama

Biography

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In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, he is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but Zuckerberg finds that his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend (Andrew Garfield). Based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires."

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Critics Consensus

Impeccably scripted, beautifully directed, and filled with fine performances, The Social Network is a riveting, ambitious example of modern filmmaking at its finest.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

In its cold, almost forensic way, this is as tense and exciting as it is absorbing. It's a miracle, really.

Aug 30, 2018

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

The Social Network, just like its subject, is the pop culture phenomenon of the new generation.

Rated: A

Sep 11, 2017

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Tara Brady

Hot Press

Fincher does, at least, make decent entertainment out of such inherently unprepossessing subjects as computer use and legal hearings.

Jan 13, 2017

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Justin Brown

Medium Popcorn

There's so much story in this and provided a great platform for Jesse Eisenberg. It definitely feels like a lot of liberties with this true story but that doesn't make it less entertaining.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 1, 2024

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Brandon Collins

Medium Popcorn

This is a "Top Ten" film for me. The performances, direction, cinematography, score, and of course, the incredible Aaron Sorkin screenplay make this film a classic.

Rated: 5/5

Jul 1, 2024

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Michael Leader

Den of Geek

The Social Network has the potential to be a classic, a masterpiece for our times that captures early 21st century life, while still offering robust, mature entertainment.

Rated: 5/5

May 7, 2024

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Faiz D

You don't get to 500 million friends without making a few enemies. 'The Social Network' is a story about friendship, loyalty, greed and betrayal. It is an absolutely amazing, and engrossing film to watch.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/29/24

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Ben M

2 hours of college kids arguing about a website.... everyone else seems to love it and think it's brilliant. Sorry to be the one who calls it for what it is ---- another one of David Fincher's so-called "masterpieces."

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

08/28/24

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Mate P

The Social Network is a dialogue-based movie with a perfectly written script. The writing is flawless, I was interested in all the characters and I liked them including the morally questionable ones. It's amazing to see that all of the characters are completely understandable, all of their actions are backed with reason even though they are morally wrong from an objective point of view. The acting was also flawless, which brought the words from the screenplay to life. The cinematography, editing and direction were amazing, I felt completely locked in. During every work meeting, every party I felt like I was there. The music was also amazing. Dialogue-based movies often make the mistake not to give audiences outstanding visuals, but this movie has that in the form of the amazing editing, direction and cinematography. The Social Network is a perfect film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/26/24

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Sérgio N

"Reassistido" depois de alguns milhões de anos (realmente nem sei porque). Acredito que possui qualidades e algumas profundidades (e debates quanto a idoneidade), mas talvez seja um tanto quanto "nichado". Mesmo assim, entra na prateleira de boas obras do Fincher, que já esteve a frente de pérolas como Seven, Fight Club, Zodiac, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Mank, The Killer, entre outros. E fica a reflexão: até onde pode chegar um "gênio" rejeitado?

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/22/24

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Chris G

The best movies of the 2010’s without a doubt. From start to finish the dialogue and acting is top notch

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/17/24

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Connor N

Actually pretty good but not my genre

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/08/24

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David Fincher

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Jesse Eisenberg

Mark Zuckerberg

Andrew Garfield

Eduardo Saverin

Justin Timberlake

Sean Parker

Armie Hammer

Cameron

Max Minghella

Divya Narendra

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Synopsis

In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, he is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but Zuckerberg finds that his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend (Andrew Garfield). Based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires."

Director: David Fincher
Producer: Scott Rudin, Dana Brunetti, Michael De Luca, Ceán Chaffin
Screenwriter: Aaron Sorkin
Distributor: Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co: Scott Rudin Productions, Trigger Street Productions, Michael De Luca
Rating: PG-13 (Language|Drug and Alcohol Use|Sexual Content)
Genre: Drama, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 1, 2010, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Jan 7, 2011
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 5, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA): $96.9M
Runtime: 2h 0m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS

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