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Catfish (2010)

Movie ★ 6.8 87 min

Documentary

Nev, a 24-year-old New York-based photographer, has no idea what he's in for when Abby, an eight-year-old girl from rural Michigan, contacts him on Facebook, seeking permission to paint one of his photographs. When he receives her remarkable painting, Nev begins a friendship and correspondence with Abby's family. But things really get interesting when he develops a cyber-romance with Abby's attractive older sister, Megan, a musician and model. Prompted by some startling revelations about Megan, Nev and his buddies embark on a road trip in search of the truth.

Ariel Schulman Director Henry Joost Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 17, 2010
Runtime
87 min
Rating
PG-13
Budget
$30,000
Box office
$3.0M
IMDb
tt1584016
Language
Studio
Hit the Ground Running Films, Supermarché

Themes

Cast

Nēv Schulman Nēv Schulman Self Ariel Schulman Ariel Schulman Self Angela Wesselman-Pierce Angela Wesselman-Pierce Self Melody C. Roscher Self Henry Joost Henry Joost Self Wendy Whelan Dancer: Morphoses Craig Hall Dancer: Morphoses Tiler Peck Tiler Peck Dancer: Morphoses Drew Jacoby Drew Jacoby Dancer: Morphoses Rubi Pronk Dancer: Morphoses Adrian Danchig-Waring Dancer: Morphoses

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Frequently asked questions

What is Catfish about?
Nev, a 24-year-old New York-based photographer, has no idea what he's in for when Abby, an eight-year-old girl from rural Michigan, contacts him on Facebook, seeking permission to paint one of his photographs. When he receives her remarkable painting, Nev begins a friendship and correspondence with Abby's family. But things really get interesting when he develops a cyber-romance with Abby's attractive older sister, Megan, a musician and model. Prompted by some startling revelations about Megan, Nev and his buddies embark on a road trip in search of the truth.
Who directed Catfish?
Catfish was directed by Ariel Schulman, Henry Joost.
Who stars in Catfish?
Catfish stars Nēv Schulman, Ariel Schulman, Angela Wesselman-Pierce, Melody C. Roscher.
When was Catfish released?
Catfish is a 2010 documentary film.
Where can I watch Catfish?
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