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Capturing the Friedmans

Capturing the Friedmans

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Capturing the Friedmans
2003 1h 47m7.1

Capturing the Friedmans

“Who do you believe?”

DocumentaryCrime
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An Oscar nominated documentary about a middle-class American family who is torn apart when the father Arnold and son Jesse are accused of sexually abusing numerous children. Director Jarecki interviews people from different sides of this tragic story and raises the question of whether they were rightfully tried when they claim they were innocent and there was never any evidence against them.

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DirectorAndrew Jarecki
StatusReleased
ReleasedMay 30, 2003
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 47m
BudgetN/A
Revenue$4M
Rating⭐ 7.1 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.6 / 10
Votes358
GenresDocumentary, Crime
StudioHBO Documentary Films, Notorious Pictures

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Cast

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Arnold Friedman

Self (archive footage)

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Elaine Friedman

Self

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David Friedman

Self

Jesse Friedman

Jesse Friedman

Self

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Seth Friedman

Self (archive footage)

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John McDermott

Self - Postal Inspector

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Frances Galasso

Self - Ret. Director, Sex Crimes Unit

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Anthony Sgueglia

Self - Detective, Sex Crimes Unit

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Joseph Onorato

Self - Asst. District Attorney

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Judd Martin

Self - Jesse's Best Friend in High School

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Howard Friedman

Self - Arnold's Brother

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Ron Georgalis

Self - Former Computer Student

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Scott Banks

Self - Judge's Legal Secretary

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Abbey Boklan

Self - Judge

Debbie Nathan

Debbie Nathan

Self - Investigative Journalist

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Jerry Bernstein

Self - Arnold's Attorney

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Peter Panaro

Self - Jesse's Attorney

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Lloyd Doppman

Self - Detective, Sex Crimes Unit

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Jack Fallin

Self - Howard's Partner

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Capturing the Friedmans (2003) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

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An Oscar nominated documentary about a middle-class American family who is torn apart when the father Arnold and son Jesse are accused of sexually abusing numerous children. Director Jarecki interviews people from different sides of this tragic story and raises the question of...

Who directed Capturing the Friedmans?

Capturing the Friedmans (2003) was directed by Andrew Jarecki. The film is a Documentary, Crime production with a runtime of 1h 47m, rated 7.1/10.

How long is Capturing the Friedmans?

Capturing the Friedmans runs 1h 47m (107 minutes total). Audience rating: 7.1/10 from 358 votes. Genre: Documentary, Crime.

Is Capturing the Friedmans worth watching?

Capturing the Friedmans is rated 7.1/10 by 358 viewers — well-rated and generally recommended. A good pick for Documentary and Crime fans.