How long is The Paperboy?

The Paperboy is 1 hr 47 min long.

Who is Ward Jansen in The Paperboy?

Matthew McConaughey plays Ward Jansen in the film.

What is The Paperboy about?

In 1969 Florida, reporter Ward Jansen (Matthew McConaughey) returns to his hometown to write a story about death-row inmate Hillary Van Wetter (John Cusack), who was convicted of murdering a racist lawman. Ward hires his younger brother, Jack (Zac Efron), as a driver and, together with his partner, Yardley (David Oyelowo), gets to work. Though the possibility exists that Van Wetter is innocent, Ward and Yardley unwisely trust a vixen (Nicole Kidman) who will do anything to set the convict free.

The Paperboy

Name: The Paperboy
Released: 2012-10-05
Duration: 107
Rating: 33

NR 1 hr 47 min

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How long is The Paperboy?: The Paperboy is 1 hr 47 min long.

Who directed The Paperboy?: Lee Daniels

Who is Ward Jansen in The Paperboy?: Matthew McConaughey plays Ward Jansen in the film.

What is The Paperboy about?: In 1969 Florida, reporter Ward Jansen (Matthew McConaughey) returns to his hometown to write a story about death-row inmate Hillary Van Wetter (John Cusack), who was convicted of murdering a racist lawman. Ward hires his younger brother, Jack (Zac Efron), as a driver and, together with his partner, Yardley (David Oyelowo), gets to work. Though the possibility exists that Van Wetter is innocent, Ward and Yardley unwisely trust a vixen (Nicole Kidman) who will do anything to set the convict free.