Big Sur
“Some souls never stop searching.”
Synopsis
Big Sur is a film adaptation of the Jack Kerouac autobiographical novel of the same name.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-07-29
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$34K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Polish
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Polish, Jack Kerouac
- Original Title
- Big Sur
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Worldwide Gross
- $34K
- Production Studios
- 3311 Productions, Troy Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Polish
Michael Polish, Jack Kerouac
M. David Mullen
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Polish
Writer
Michael Polish
Director
M. David Mullen
Director of Photography
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Sur
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Big Sur about?
Big Sur is a film adaptation of the Jack Kerouac autobiographical novel of the same name.
Who directed Big Sur?
Big Sur was directed by Michael Polish.
Who stars in Big Sur?
The principal cast of Big Sur includes Jean-Marc Barr, Josh Lucas, Kate Bosworth, Anthony Edwards, Henry Thomas.
When was Big Sur released and how long is it?
Big Sur was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
How much did Big Sur make at the box office?
Big Sur grossed $34K in worldwide ticket sales.
Is Big Sur based on a book or true story?
Big Sur is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jack Kerouac".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Big Sur?
Big Sur holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).