Is The American Ruling Class worth watching?

The American Ruling Class is definitely worth watching if you enjoy Documentary movies. It has a verified rating of 4.9/10 and stands as a AVERAGE in our box office analysis.

Where can I find The American Ruling Class parents guide and age rating?

The official parents guide for The American Ruling Class identifies it as G. Our detailed advisory section above covers all content warnings for families.

What is the total runtime of The American Ruling Class?

The total duration of The American Ruling Class is 85 minutes, which is approximately 1h 25m long.

Does The American Ruling Class have an ending explained section?

Yes, we have a comprehensive breakdown of the The American Ruling Class ending, covering all plot twists and narrative reveals in the section above.

Is The American Ruling Class movie hit or flop?

The American Ruling Class is considered a flop based on audience ratings of 4.9/10 and lower collections.

The American Ruling Class

2005
G
85m

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Documentary

This inventive, mildly fictionalized documentary follows noted editor Lewis Lapham as he introduces two Ivy League graduates to America's elite in an effort to examine the role of class and moneyed privilege in American democracy. With stops at the Pentagon, posh Manhattan parties and more, Lapham encounters luminaries -- including James Baker III and Walter Cronkite -- who each share their perspectives on America's ruling class.

DirectorJohn Kirby

StarsLewis Lapham • Bill Bradley

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Movie Overview: The American Ruling Class

Movie	The American Ruling Class
Release Year	2005
Director	John Kirby
Genre	Documentary
Runtime	85 minutes
Language	EN

🎬 Quick Verdict: Hit or Flop?

Is The American Ruling Class (2005) worth watching? According to our cinematic analysis, the film stands as a AVERAGE with a verified audience rating of 4.9/10. Whether you're looking for the box office collection, ending explained, or parents guide, our review covers everything you need to know about this Documentary.

🎭 Cast & Character Study

The performances in The American Ruling Class are led by Lewis Lapham .

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The American Ruling Class Parents Guide & Age Rating

2005 Advisory

Official Age Rating

Wondering about The American Ruling Class age rating or if it's safe for kids? Here is our cinematic advisory:

The American Ruling Class is rated G.

⏱️ Runtime & Duration

The total runtime of The American Ruling Class is 85 minutes (1h 25m). Ensuring you have enough time for the full cinematic experience.

Verdict Summary

Analyzing the overall audience sentiment, verified rating of 4.9/10, and global performance metrics, The American Ruling Class is classified as a AVERAGE. It remains an essential part of the 2005 cinematic calendar.

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