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6.1 / 10(648 votes)IMDbR20071h 38m$8.1M Worldwide GrossGermany, United States of America

Bug

“First they send in their drone... then they find their queen.”

Synopsis

In Oklahoma, Agnes, a lonely waitress living in an isolated and dilapidated roadside motel, meets Peter, a quiet and mysterious man with whom she establishes a peculiar relationship.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Bug (2006) Original Trailer [FHD]

Type: Trailer • Published 2023-12-27

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Melbourne International Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

May 25, 2007

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

December 19, 2007

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedCommercial Hit (2.02x ROI)

Production Budget

$4M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$8.1M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

2.02x

+$4.1M net gain

Theatrical Status

Profitable

Box office tier

Budget: $4MWorldwide: $8.1M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
William Friedkin
Screenplay & Story
Tracy Letts
Original Score
Brian Tyler
Original Title
Bug
Country of Origin
Germany, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 38m
Production Budget
$4M
Worldwide Gross
$8.1M
Production Studios
LIFT Productions, DMK Mediafonds International, Inferno Distribution

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

William Friedkin

Screenplay & Story

Tracy Letts

Original Score & Music

Brian Tyler

Director of Photography

Michael Grady

Film Editing

Darrin Navarro

Producers

Kimberly C. Anderson, Michael Burns, Gary Huckabay, Michael Ohoven, Malcolm Petal

Department Leadership Roster

William Friedkin

William Friedkin

Director

Tracy Letts

Tracy Letts

Screenplay

Kimberly C. Anderson

Producer

Michael Burns

Producer

Gary Huckabay

Producer

Malcolm Petal

Producer

Andreas Schardt

Producer

Holly Wiersma

Producer

Brian Tyler

Brian Tyler

Original Music Composer

Michael Grady

Director of Photography

Darrin Navarro

Darrin Navarro

Editor

Franco-Giacomo Carbone

Franco-Giacomo Carbone

Production Design

Kimberly Calhoun Boling

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
Canada14A
Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Bug.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bug

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Bug about?

In Oklahoma, Agnes, a lonely waitress living in an isolated and dilapidated roadside motel, meets Peter, a quiet and mysterious man with whom she establishes a peculiar relationship.

Who directed Bug?

Bug was directed by William Friedkin.

Who stars in Bug?

The principal cast of Bug includes Ashley Judd, Michael Shannon, Harry Connick Jr., Lynn Collins, Brían F. O'Byrne.

When was Bug released and how long is it?

Bug was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.

What was the box office and production budget of Bug?

Bug had a reported production budget of $4M and grossed $8.1M at the worldwide box office (2.02 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).

Who composed the musical score for Bug?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Bug was composed by Brian Tyler.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Bug?

Bug holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; CA: 14A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).