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The Social Network

Play trailer 2:16 Poster for The Social Network PG-13 Released Oct 1, 2010 2h 0m Drama Biography Play Trailer Watchlist
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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 In its cold, almost forensic way, this is as tense and exciting as it is absorbing. It's a miracle, really. Aug 30, 2018 Full Review Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online The Social Network, just like its subject, is the pop culture phenomenon of the new generation. Rated: A Sep 11, 2017 Full Review Tara Brady Hot Press Fincher does, at least, make decent entertainment out of such inherently unprepossessing subjects as computer use and legal hearings. Jan 13, 2017 Full Review Don Shanahan Every Movie Has a Lesson The Social Network, with this flashback storytelling, becomes a compellingly watchable film that delivers on its massive hype. Rated: 5/5 Jul 31, 2025 Full Review Joshua Stevens Loud and Clear Reviews How human beings connect, and how they can become isolated based on a variety of factors, is the key question at the heart of The Social Network. As time changes, and technology continues to evolve, these universal questions will continue to live on. Rated: 5/5 Nov 16, 2024 Full Review Atreyo Palit Loud and Clear Reviews David Fincher’s The Social Network explores a side of college life not usually seen in movies, and scrutinizes the ones that usually are. Nov 16, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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matthias s “The Social Network” is one of those movies that sneaks up on you with just how endlessly rewatchable it is. I’m always in for a biopic, and with Fincher at the helm, you know you’re in steady, razor-sharp hands—he proves once again why he’s one of my favorite directors. Andrew Garfield, my personal favorite actor, brings such raw sincerity, and Jesse Eisenberg is, as always, a joy to watch with his icy precision. The film is packed with quotable lines and scenes that still feel fresh over a decade later. Special shoutout to the effects team: I legit bought Armie Hammer as identical twins without a second thought. It’s not quite a flawless masterpiece, but it’s definitely a modern classic—four stars. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/28/25 Full Review Matheus F Shout out to Jesse Eisenberg and the best script of 2010 made by Aaron Sorkin. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/18/25 Full Review Nashville I Arguably the film of our entire millenium and generation. Fincher directs this film with he absolute perfect sequencing between timelines to: withold mystery while keeping you informed, not make you dizzy going back and forth, and telling a 100% coherent story that you're addicted to within the first 10 minutes. Eisenberg's the best Darth Vader since James Earl Jones, and Atticus/Finch scored this film hauntingly well. A perfect movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/10/25 Full Review Kafe R Exactly what ‘overrated’ looks like Rated 2 out of 5 stars 06/28/25 Full Review William B Great movie. Recommended. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/11/25 Full Review Stephen C Success in 2 hours flat and based on a true story!!!!! Rated PG-13 for Language, Drug and Alcohol Use and Sexual Content!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Starring Justin Timberlake as Sean Parker!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $96,900,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/30/25 Full Review 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
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