The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring
“The take-all tell-all.”
Synopsis
In a candid, first-time interview with Rachel Lee, the so-called teenage mastermind behind a string of high-profile celebrity robberies in 2008 and 2009, the film examines the motivations of Lee and a group of her friends who broke into celebrity homes in Hollywood to ransack and steal, exploring the possible reasons behind her actions including mental health issues and addictions, as well as the climate of celebrity excess that fueled the teens, recontextualizing the events behind the sensational headlines.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-09-21
Top Cast
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Allen Salkin
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Amy Kaufman
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Christine Kee
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Sarika Kim
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Eden Shizzle
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David Lee
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Nick Prugo
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Alexis Neiers
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Diana Tamayo
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Courtney Ames
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Johnny Ajar
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Roy Lopez Jr.
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Brett Goodkin
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Erin Lee Carr
- Original Score
- Chanell Chrichlow, Michael Tuller
- Original Title
- The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- HBO Documentary Films, Story Syndicate, Carr Lot Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Erin Lee Carr
Chanell Chrichlow, Michael Tuller
David Bolen
Sunita Prasad
Dani Sloane, Erin Lee Carr, Liz Garbus, Lisa Heller, Jon Bardin
Department Leadership Roster
Dani Sloane
Producer
Erin Lee Carr
Producer
Erin Lee Carr
Director
David Bolen
Director of Photography
Sunita Prasad
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring
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What is The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring about?
In a candid, first-time interview with Rachel Lee, the so-called teenage mastermind behind a string of high-profile celebrity robberies in 2008 and 2009, the film examines the motivations of Lee and a group of her friends who broke into celebrity homes in Hollywood to ransack and steal, exploring the possible reasons behind her actions including mental health issues and addictions, as well as the climate of celebrity excess that fueled the teens, recontextualizing the events behind the sensational headlines.
Who directed The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring?
The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring was directed by Erin Lee Carr.
Who stars in The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring?
The principal cast of The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring includes Rachel Lee, Allen Salkin, Amy Kaufman, Christine Kee, Sarika Kim.
When was The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring released and how long is it?
The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring was composed by Chanell Chrichlow, Michael Tuller.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring?
The Ringleader: The Case of the Bling Ring holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).