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Movie The Rerun: 1940s

Citizen Kane

A quasi-biographical portrait examines the life and legacy of newspaper tycoon Charles Foster Kane, a composite character inspired by real media barons.

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A quasi-biographical portrait examines the life and legacy of newspaper tycoon Charles Foster Kane, a composite character inspired by real media barons.

Why watch Directed, produced by and starring Orson Welles, who co-wrote it with Herman J. Mankiewicz, it was Welles's first feature film.

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Where can I watch Citizen Kane?
We do not have a confirmed streaming listing for Citizen Kane in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia or New Zealand yet. This page updates as platforms add it.
What is Citizen Kane about?
A quasi-biographical portrait examines the life and legacy of newspaper tycoon Charles Foster Kane, a composite character inspired by real media barons.
Who is in the cast of Citizen Kane?
Citizen Kane stars Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten, Gregg Toland, Dorothy Comingore and Agnes Moorehead.
Who directed Citizen Kane?
Citizen Kane was directed by Orson Welles.
When did Citizen Kane come out?
Citizen Kane was released on 1 January 1941.
How long is Citizen Kane?
Citizen Kane runs 119 minutes (1 h 59 min).

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