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In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, he is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but Zuckerberg finds that his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend (Andrew Garfield). Based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires."
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Impeccably scripted, beautifully directed, and filled with fine performances, The Social Network is a riveting, ambitious example of modern filmmaking at its finest.

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Deborah Ross The Spectator 08/30/2018
In its cold, almost forensic way, this is as tense and exciting as it is absorbing. It's a miracle, really. Go to Full Review
Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online 09/11/2017
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The Social Network, just like its subject, is the pop culture phenomenon of the new generation. Go to Full Review
Tara Brady Hot Press 01/13/2017
Fincher does, at least, make decent entertainment out of such inherently unprepossessing subjects as computer use and legal hearings. Go to Full Review
Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Nov 13
3.5/4
Like the screwball comedies and film noir staples of yore, The Social Network exhibits an extraordinary gift for gab. Go to Full Review
Patrick Cavanaugh The Wolfman Cometh Sep 11
5/5
Leave it to David Fincher and Aaron Sorkin to make the development of Facebook and the terrible minds behind it so riveting. Go to Full Review
Don Shanahan Every Movie Has a Lesson Jul 31
5/5
The Social Network, with this flashback storytelling, becomes a compellingly watchable film that delivers on its massive hype. Go to Full Review
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Pratik M @nalla_driver 16h There was no strong plot, no emotional connection, and honestly, no satisfying ending either. I kept waiting for the movie to really go somewhere, but it felt unfinished. I was forcing myself to watch it only because of the high ratings and recommendations, but I genuinely don’t understand how it has such strong IMDb or Rotten Tomatoes scores. For me, it was boring, hard to follow, and completely overhyped. See more Andre T. @andrestuckmannmoviereviews 4d Phenomenal movie I love every second of this film and which also had motivational moments and great plot and characterization. A+ See more Chris P @Xiao_Proxies Apr 14 The Social Network isn't just a biopic about Facebook, it's a sharp character study wrapped in a tech-age legal thriller. Directed with surgical precision by David Fincher and featuring a razor, sharp script from Aaron Sorkin, the film turns boardroom meetings and lawsuits into scenes of genuine tension and drama. Jesse Eisenberg delivers one of his best performances as Mark Zuckerberg, portraying him as socially awkward, brilliant, and quietly ruthless. Andrew Garfield brings heart to the film, while Justin Timberlake surprises with charisma as Sean Parker. The dialogue is fast, the pacing relentless, and the cold tone fits perfectly with the themes of power and betrayal. While the film is occasionally emotionally distant, and it simplifies some real-world events, it still manages to turn coding, contracts, and startups into cinematic gold. See more Stoner J. @Stoner Apr 13 It’s a good flick, but as usual, kinda ruined by Sorkin’s ridiculous fast paced dialogue. See more Henry D @Henry_Domke Apr 12 Much better than we remembered. Seeing it in 4K on the big screen made a difference. The soundtrack and editing were especially striking, and the script was razor sharp, at times laugh-out-loud funny. See more Welll A @Azevader88 Mar 25 Muito bem dirigido, roteirizado e atuado, prende e surpreende até o fim. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, he is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but Zuckerberg finds that his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend (Andrew Garfield). Based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires."
Director
David Fincher
Producer
Scott Rudin, Dana Brunetti, Michael De Luca, Ceán Chaffin
Screenwriter
Aaron Sorkin
Distributor
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co
Scott Rudin Productions, Michael De Luca, Trigger Street Productions
Rating
PG-13 (Language|Drug and Alcohol Use|Sexual Content)
Genre
Drama, Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 1, 2010, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Jan 7, 2011
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 5, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$96.9M
Runtime
2h 0m
Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Atmos