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Up in the Air (I) (2009)

R  109 min  -  Drama | Romance   -  23 December 2009 (USA)
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With a job that has him traveling around the country firing people, Ryan Bingham leads an empty life out of a suitcase, until his company does the unexpected: ground him.

Director:

Jason Reitman

Writers:

Walter Kirn (novel), Jason Reitman (screenplay), and 1 more credit »
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Nominated for 6 Oscars. Another 59 wins & 62 nominations See more awards »

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Up in the Air -- Ryan Bingham is a corporate downsizing expert whose cherished life on the road is threatened just as he is on the cusp of reaching ten million frequent flyer miles and just after he's met the frequent-traveler woman of his dreams. Up in the Air -- A clip from the movie Up in the Air Up in the Air -- Writer-director Jason Reitman discusses his film Up in the Air.
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
George Clooney ...
Vera Farmiga ...
Anna Kendrick ...
Jason Bateman ...
Amy Morton Amy Morton ...
Melanie Lynskey ...
J.K. Simmons ...
Bob
Sam Elliott ...
Danny McBride ...
Zach Galifianakis ...
Chris Lowell ...
Steve Eastin ...
Marvin Young ...
Young MC
Lucas MacFadden ...
Conference DJ (as Cut Chemist)
Adrienne Lamping ...
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Storyline

Ryan Bingham is a corporate downsizing expert whose cherished life on the road is threatened just as he is on the cusp of reaching ten million frequent flyer miles and just after he's met the frequent-traveler woman of his dreams. Written by Anonymous  

Plot Summary | Plot Synopsis

Plot Keywords:

Suitcase | Downsizing | Business | Bar | Cross Country  | See more »

Taglines:

From Paramount Pictures comes the story of a man ready to make a connection See more »

Genres:

Drama | Romance

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language and some sexual content See all certifications »

Parents Guide:

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

(USA) See more »

Also Known As:

Amor sin escalas See more »

Box Office

Budget:

$25,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$1,181,450 (USA) (6 December 2009) (15 Screens)

Gross:

$163,227,071 (Worldwide)
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Company Credits

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Technical Specs

Runtime:

 | Canada: (Toronto International Film Festival)

Sound Mix:

DTS (as dts) | Dolby Digital  | SDDS

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1
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Trivia

There are no special privileges awarded by American Airlines for reaching 10 million miles as depicted in the movie - this was a case of artistic license by the filmmakers. However, American (like almost all major airlines with frequent flier programs) does offer special status for reaching 1 million miles. As of 2009, it is estimated that about 400,000 frequent fliers worldwide have reached this plateau in at least one airline's program. In addition, many airlines - American included - have special invitation-only programs for their most valued customers, usually CEOs who can direct a lot of revenue their way. Perks include faster check-in, escorts to make close connections, and in rare cases free private flights to replace canceled ones. See more »

Goofs

Errors in geography: When the photographer is taking a picture of the wedding party in front of the church, you can briefly see a "Maplewood Methodist Church" sign on the right hand side. Although the scene was filmed in Maplewood, Missouri, the wedding takes place at a Lutheran Church in Waupaca, Wisconsin. All other sign designations identifying the church were changed to fit the location in the film, except this one. See more »

Quotes

Ryan Bingham: Anybody who ever built an empire, or changed the world, sat where you are now. And it's *because* they sat there that they were able to do it.
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Crazy Credits

Over the end credits, the camera glides over the clouds. Much like the view from a plane. See more »

Connections

Referenced in "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.54" (2011) See more »

Soundtracks

"Hurtin' You"
(2008)
Written & Performed by Ben Kweller
Courtesy of ATO Records See more »