Experimenter
“Illusion sets the stage. Deception reveals the truth.”
Synopsis
Yale University, 1961. Stanley Milgram designs a psychology experiment that still resonates to this day, in which people think they’re delivering painful electric shocks to an affable stranger strapped into a chair in another room. Despite his pleads for mercy, the majority of subjects don’t stop the experiment, administering what they think is a near-fatal electric shock, simply because they’ve been told to do so. With Nazi Adolf Eichmann’s trial airing in living rooms across America, Milgram strikes a nerve in popular culture and the scientific community with his exploration into people’s tendency to comply with authority. Celebrated in some circles, he is also accused of being a deceptive, manipulative monster, but his wife Sasha stands by him through it all.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Experimenter - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-09-30
Top Cast
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Peter Sarsgaard
Stanley Milgram
Winona Ryder
Alexandra "Sasha" Milgram
Jim Gaffigan
James McDonough
Edoardo Ballerini
Paul Hollander
John Palladino
John Williams
Kellan Lutz
William Shatner
Dennis Haysbert
Ossie Davis
Danny A. Abeckaser
Braverman
Taryn Manning
Mrs. Lowe
Anthony Edwards
Miller
Lori Singer
Florence Asch
Josh Hamilton
Tom Shannon
Anton Yelchin
Rensaleer
Adriana Randall
Mrs. Stein
Donnie Keshawarz
Bruno
Michael Siberry
George Bellak
Ned Eisenberg
Solomon Asch
John Leguizamo
Taylor
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 16, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 23, 2016
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$224K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Almereyda
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Almereyda
- Original Score
- Bryan Senti
- Original Title
- Experimenter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Worldwide Gross
- $224K
- Production Studios
- FJ Productions, BB Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Almereyda
Michael Almereyda
Bryan Senti
Ryan Samul
Kathryn J. Schubert
Per Melita, Isen Robbins, Uri Singer, Aimee Schoof, Danny A. Abeckaser
Department Leadership Roster
Kathryn J. Schubert
Editor
Michael Almereyda
Writer
Michael Almereyda
Director
Deana Sidney
Production Design
Bryan Senti
Original Music Composer
Ryan Samul
Director of Photography
Kama K. Royz
Costume Design
Per Melita
Producer
Isen Robbins
Producer
Uri Singer
Producer
Aimee Schoof
Producer
Danny A. Abeckaser
Producer
Fabio Golombek
Producer
Michael Almereyda
Producer
Jonathan Podwil
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Experimenter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Experimenter about?
Yale University, 1961. Stanley Milgram designs a psychology experiment that still resonates to this day, in which people think they’re delivering painful electric shocks to an affable stranger strapped into a chair in another room. Despite his pleads for mercy, the majority of subjects don’t stop the experiment, administering what they think is a near-fatal electric shock, simply because they’ve been told to do so. With Nazi Adolf Eichmann’s trial airing in living rooms across America, Milgram strikes a nerve in popular culture and the scientific community with his exploration into people’s tendency to comply with authority. Celebrated in some circles, he is also accused of being a deceptive, manipulative monster, but his wife Sasha stands by him through it all.
Who directed Experimenter?
Experimenter was directed by Michael Almereyda.
Who stars in Experimenter?
The principal cast of Experimenter includes Peter Sarsgaard, Winona Ryder, Jim Gaffigan, Edoardo Ballerini, John Palladino.
When was Experimenter released and how long is it?
Experimenter was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
How much did Experimenter make at the box office?
Experimenter grossed $224K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Experimenter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Experimenter was composed by Bryan Senti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Experimenter?
Experimenter holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).