The Paperboy
The Paperboy is a 2012 American crime drama film based on Pete Dexter's 1995 novel. It follows Miami reporter Ward Jansen as he returns to his hometown in Florida to investigate a murder case involving a death row inmate. The film features a star-studded cast including Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, Nicole Kidman, David Oyelowo, John Cusack and Macy Gray.
ReleasedSep 14, 2012
Budget$13M
Box Office$1M
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Matthew McConaughey
Ward Jansen
9.1
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Nicole Kidman
Charlotte Bless
7.4
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John Cusack
Hillary Van Wetter
4.0
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Zac Efron
Jack Jansen
3.7
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Scott Glenn
W.W. Jansen
1.8
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David Oyelowo
Yardley Acheman
1.5
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