The Walk(2015)
“Every dream begins with a single step”
Overview
The story of French high-wire artist Philippe Petit's attempt to cross the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974.
Director
Robert Zemeckis
Studio
TriStar Pictures
Budget
$35M
Revenue
$61M
Cast
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
as Philippe Petit
Ben Kingsley
as Papa Rudy
Charlotte Le Bon
as Annie Allix
James Badge Dale
as J.P.
Clément Sibony
as Jean-Louis
César Domboy
as Jeff / Jean-François
Benedict Samuel
as David
Ben Schwartz
as Albert
Steve Valentine
as Barry Greenhouse
Mark Camacho
as Guy Tozolli
Sergio Di Zio
as Officer Genco
Kwasi Songui
as Man with Plaid Sports Coat
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2015
Runtime
2h 3m
Language
French
Rating
7 / 10
Budget
$35M
Box Office
$61M
Production Companies
TriStar Pictures • LStar Capital • ImageMovers
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Walk?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Walk (2015).
What is The Walk about?▼
The story of French high-wire artist Philippe Petit's attempt to cross the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974.
Who directed The Walk?▼
The Walk was directed by Robert Zemeckis and released in 2015. It is a history, drama, adventure film.
How long is The Walk?▼
The Walk has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
Who stars in The Walk?▼
The cast of The Walk includes Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Philippe Petit, Ben Kingsley as Papa Rudy, Charlotte Le Bon as Annie Allix, James Badge Dale as J.P., Clément Sibony as Jean-Louis and more.
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