Trumbo poster

Trumbo (2007)

Movie ★ 6.7 96 min

Through a focus on the life of Dalton Trumbo (1905-1976), this film examines the effects on individuals and families of a congressional pursuit of Hollywood Communists after World War II. Trumbo was one of several writers, directors, and actors who invoked the First Amendment in refusing to answer questions under oath. They were blacklisted and imprisoned. We follow Trumbo to prison, to exile in Mexico with his family, to poverty, to the public shunning of his children, to his writing under others' names, and to an eventual but incomplete vindication. Actors read his letters; his children and friends remember and comment. Archive photos, newsreels and interviews add texture. Written by

Peter Askin Director

▶ Play

Quick facts

Released
September 10, 2007
Runtime
96 min
Rating
PG-13
IMDb
tt0889671
Language
Studio
, Safehouse Pictures, Reno Productions, Filbert Steps Productions

Cast

More Like This

More like Trumbo ›
Trumbo 2015 ★ 7.2
Good Night, and Good Luck. 2005 ★ 7.1
Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat 2024 ★ 7.7
The Human Condition I: No Greater Love 1959 ★ 8.1
Chuck Norris vs Communism 2015 ★ 7.1
Another Day of Life 2018 ★ 7.4
Mississippi Burning 1988 ★ 7.7
Malcolm X 1992 ★ 7.6
Triumph of the Spirit 1989 ★ 6.5
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind 2002 ★ 6.7
RKO 281 1999 ★ 6.5
Josep 2020 ★ 7.5

Also Worth Watching

Being James Bond 2021
John Candy: I Like Me 2025
Seduced and Abandoned 2013
Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 2022
Spielberg 2017
My Mom Jayne 2025
Maria by Callas 2017
Ronaldo 2015
The Class of ‘92 2013
Cameraperson 2016
Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return 2022
The Last Repair Shop 2024
Supersonic 2016
Salinger 2013
Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood 2018
180° South 2010
Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story 2025
American Symphony 2023

Frequently asked questions

What is Trumbo about?
Through a focus on the life of Dalton Trumbo (1905-1976), this film examines the effects on individuals and families of a congressional pursuit of Hollywood Communists after World War II. Trumbo was one of several writers, directors, and actors who invoked the First Amendment in refusing to answer questions under oath. They were blacklisted and imprisoned. We follow Trumbo to prison, to exile in Mexico with his family, to poverty, to the public shunning of his children, to his writing under others' names, and to an eventual but incomplete vindication. Actors read his letters; his children and friends remember and comment. Archive photos, newsreels and interviews add texture. Written by
Who directed Trumbo?
Trumbo was directed by Peter Askin.
Who stars in Trumbo?
Trumbo stars Joan Allen, Michael Douglas, Liam Neeson, Paul Giamatti.
When was Trumbo released?
Trumbo is a 2007 documentary, history film.
Where can I watch Trumbo?
You can watch Trumbo with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.