Election(1999)
“Reading. Writing. Revenge.”
Overview
Tracy Flick is running unopposed for this year’s high school student election. But Jim McAllister has a different plan. Partly to establish a more democratic election, and partly to satisfy some deep personal anger toward Tracy, Jim talks football player Paul Metzler to run for president as well.
Director
Alexander Payne
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Budget
$25M
Revenue
$15M
Cast
Matthew Broderick
as Jim McAllister
Reese Witherspoon
as Tracy Enid Flick
Chris Klein
as Paul Metzler
Jessica Campbell
as Tammy Metzler
Mark Harelik
as Dave Novotny
Phil Reeves
as Walt Hendricks
Molly Hagan
as Diane McAllister
Delaney Driscoll
as Linda Novotny
Colleen Camp
as Judith R. Flick
Frankie Ingrassia
as Lisa Flanagan
Matt Malloy
as Vice-Principal Ron Bell
Jeanine Jackson
as Jo Metzler
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1999
Runtime
1h 43m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Budget
$25M
Box Office
$15M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • MTV Films • Bona Fide Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Election?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Election (1999).
What is Election about?▼
Tracy Flick is running unopposed for this year’s high school student election. But Jim McAllister has a different plan. Partly to establish a more democratic election, and partly to satisfy some deep personal anger toward Tracy, Jim talks football player Paul Metzler to run for president as well.
Who directed Election?▼
Election was directed by Alexander Payne and released in 1999. It is a comedy, drama film.
How long is Election?▼
Election has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
Who stars in Election?▼
The cast of Election includes Matthew Broderick as Jim McAllister, Reese Witherspoon as Tracy Enid Flick, Chris Klein as Paul Metzler, Jessica Campbell as Tammy Metzler, Mark Harelik as Dave Novotny and more.
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