A Serious Man
A Serious Man is a 2009 American black comedy-drama film directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. Set in 1967, it follows the story of a Minnesotan Jewish man named Larry Gopnik, whose life falls apart both personally and professionally, prompting him to question his faith.
ReleasedOct 2, 2009
Budget$7M
Box Office$31M
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A Serious Man
Peak Buzz Score
#3,601
1.7 Buzz Score · Mar 28 – Apr 26, 2020
1-Year Buzz Score
#2,059
0.9 Buzz Score · 365-day avg
Comedy
#884
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Drama
#1,160
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Top Cast
By Buzz Score on July 05, 2026
1
Simon Helberg
Rabbi Scott
2.0
2
Richard Kind
Uncle Arthur
1.8
3
Michael Stuhlbarg
Larry Gopnik
1.4
4
Adam Arkin
Divorce Lawyer
0.9
5
Amy Landecker
Mrs. Samsky
0.9
6
George Wyner
Rabbi Nachtner
0.5
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