As I Lay Dying
“From the classic novel by William Faulkner”
Synopsis
Strife and disaster befall a poor Mississippi family during a two-day trip by horse and wagon to bury their deceased matriarch.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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As I Lay Dying TRAILER 1 (2013) - James Franco, Richard Jenkins Movie HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-13
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James Franco
Darl Bundren
Danny McBride
Vernon Tull
Logan Marshall-Green
Jewel
Ahna O'Reilly
Dewey Dell
Jim Parrack
Cash
Tim Blake Nelson
Anse
Beth Grant
Addie Bundren
Jennifer Kristen Howell
Cora Tull
Brady Permenter
Vardaman Bundren
Natalie Minton
Kate Tull
Jessica Lemon Wilkinson
Mrs. Armstid
Kenny Cook
Grummet
Brian Lally
Dr. Peabody
Anna Kooris
Eula Tull
Vince Jolivette
Young Whitfield
Scott Haze
Skeet McGowan
Coby Batty
Gillespie
John Still
Samson
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 11, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Franco
- Screenplay & Story
- James Franco, Matt Rager
- Original Score
- Tim O'Keefe
- Original Title
- As I Lay Dying
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Lee Caplin / Picture Entertainment, Rabbit Bandini Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Franco
James Franco, Matt Rager, William Faulkner
Tim O'Keefe
Christina Alexandra Voros
Ian Olds
Caroline Aragon, Vince Jolivette, Miles Levy, Matthew O'Toole, Robert Van Norden
Department Leadership Roster
James Franco
Director
James Franco
Screenplay
Caroline Aragon
Producer
Vince Jolivette
Producer
Miles Levy
Producer
Matthew O'Toole
Producer
Robert Van Norden
Producer
Matt Rager
Screenplay
Ian Olds
Editor
Kristen Adams
Production Design
Caroline Eselin
Costume Design
Dottie Starling
Visual Effects Supervisor
Kevin Beard
Stunt Coordinator
Christina Alexandra Voros
Director of Photography
Tim O'Keefe
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About As I Lay Dying
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What is As I Lay Dying about?
Strife and disaster befall a poor Mississippi family during a two-day trip by horse and wagon to bury their deceased matriarch.
Who directed As I Lay Dying?
As I Lay Dying was directed by James Franco.
Who stars in As I Lay Dying?
The principal cast of As I Lay Dying includes James Franco, Danny McBride, Logan Marshall-Green, Ahna O'Reilly, Jim Parrack.
When was As I Lay Dying released and how long is it?
As I Lay Dying was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for As I Lay Dying?
The original motion picture soundtrack for As I Lay Dying was composed by Tim O'Keefe.
Is As I Lay Dying based on a book or true story?
As I Lay Dying is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Faulkner".
What is the age rating and content advisory for As I Lay Dying?
As I Lay Dying holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).