Cast
Edward Snowden
as Self
Glenn Greenwald
as Self
Laura Poitras
as Self
William Binney
as Self
Barack Obama
as Self
Jacob Appelbaum
as Self
Julian Assange
as Self
Jeremy Scahill
as Self
Kevin Bankston
as Self
Ewen MacAskill
as Self
Lindsay Mills
as Self
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2014
Runtime
1h 53m
Language
English
Rating
7.7 / 10
Box Office
$3M
Production Companies
Participant • HBO Documentary Films • The Bertha Foundation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Citizenfour?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Citizenfour (2014).
What is Citizenfour about?▼
In June 2013, Laura Poitras and reporter Glenn Greenwald flew to Hong Kong for the first of many meetings with Edward Snowden. She brought her camera with her.
Who directed Citizenfour?▼
Citizenfour was directed by Laura Poitras and released in 2014. It is a documentary film.
How long is Citizenfour?▼
Citizenfour has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
Who stars in Citizenfour?▼
The cast of Citizenfour includes Edward Snowden as Self, Glenn Greenwald as Self, Laura Poitras as Self, William Binney as Self, Barack Obama as Self and more.
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