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Burn After Reading

6.720081h 36mRMovieComedyDrama

When a disc containing memoirs of a former CIA analyst falls into the hands of gym employees, Linda and Chad, they see a chance to make enough money for Linda to have life-changing cosmetic surgery. Predictably, events whirl out of control for the duo, and those in their orbit.

DirectorsEthan Coen·Joel Coen
WritersJoel Coen·Ethan Coen
ProducersJoel Coen·Robert Graf

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Cast · Directed by Ethan Coen

George Clooney
George Clooney
Harry Pfarrer
Frances McDormand
Frances McDormand
Linda Litzke
Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt
Chad Feldheimer
John Malkovich
John Malkovich
Osborne Cox
Tilda Swinton
Tilda Swinton
Katie Cox
Richard Jenkins
Richard Jenkins
Ted
Elizabeth Marvel
Elizabeth Marvel
Sandy Pfarrer
David Rasche
David Rasche
CIA Officer
J.K. Simmons
J.K. Simmons
CIA Superior
Olek Krupa
Olek Krupa
Krapotkin
Michael Countryman
Michael Countryman
Alan
Kevin Sussman
Kevin Sussman
Tuchman Marsh Man

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Burn After Reading — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Burn After Reading?

Burn After Reading is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is Burn After Reading on Netflix?

Yes — Burn After Reading is available on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

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Burn After Reading is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United States.

Is Burn After Reading based on a true story?

Yes — Burn After Reading is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).