
Shortbus(2006)
“Open your mind. And everything else.”
Overview
In post-9/11 New York City, an eclectic group of citizens find their lives entangled, personally, romantically, and sexually, at Shortbus, an underground Brooklyn salon infamous for its blend of art, music, politics, and carnality.
Director
John Cameron Mitchell
Studio
Fortissimo Films
Budget
$2M
Revenue
$6M
Cast

Sook-Yin Lee
as Sofia

Paul Dawson
as James

PJ DeBoy
as Jamie

Lindsay Beamish
as Severin

Jay Brannan
as Ceth

Raphael Barker
as Rob

Adam Hardman
as Jesse

Peter Stickles
as Caleb
Alan Mandell
as Tobias, the Mayor

Stephen Kent Jusick
as Creamy

David Pittu
as Jacuzzi Hunter
Jeff Whitty
as Jacuzzi Hunted
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2006
Runtime
1h 41m
Language
English
Rating
6.3 / 10
Budget
$2M
Box Office
$6M
Production Companies
Fortissimo Films • Q Television • Process Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Shortbus?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Shortbus (2006).
What is Shortbus about?▼
In post-9/11 New York City, an eclectic group of citizens find their lives entangled, personally, romantically, and sexually, at Shortbus, an underground Brooklyn salon infamous for its blend of art, music, politics, and carnality.
Who directed Shortbus?▼
Shortbus was directed by John Cameron Mitchell and released in 2006. It is a romance, drama, comedy film.
How long is Shortbus?▼
Shortbus has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
Who stars in Shortbus?▼
The cast of Shortbus includes Sook-Yin Lee as Sofia, Paul Dawson as James, PJ DeBoy as Jamie, Lindsay Beamish as Severin, Jay Brannan as Ceth and more.
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