Weight of the World
Synopsis
As GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic soar in popularity for weight loss, this film follows three people on their own GLP-1 journeys and explores how decades of diet culture and society’s relentless pursuit of thinness paved the way for their rise.
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 23, 2024
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Esther Dere, Nicole Rittenmeyer
- Original Title
- Weight of the World
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- The New York Times, Left/Right
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Esther Dere, Nicole Rittenmeyer
Victor Tadashi Suarez
Esther Dere, Nicole Rittenmeyer, Dani Blum, Rachel Abrams, Kevin Vargas
Department Leadership Roster
Esther Dere
Producer
Esther Dere
Director
Nicole Rittenmeyer
Director
Nicole Rittenmeyer
Producer
Dani Blum
Producer
Victor Tadashi Suarez
Director of Photography
Rachel Abrams
Producer
Kevin Vargas
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Weight of the World.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Weight of the World
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Weight of the World about?
As GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic soar in popularity for weight loss, this film follows three people on their own GLP-1 journeys and explores how decades of diet culture and society’s relentless pursuit of thinness paved the way for their rise.
Who directed Weight of the World?
Weight of the World was directed by Esther Dere, Nicole Rittenmeyer.
Who stars in Weight of the World?
The principal cast of Weight of the World includes Not specified.
When was Weight of the World released and how long is it?
Weight of the World was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Weight of the World?
Weight of the World holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).