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Release Year2003
Runtime1h 35m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationPG-13
GenresComedy, Drama
Votes322
DirectorChris Rock
WritersChris Rock, Ali LeRoi
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.6 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsHead of State
About Head of State
When a presidential candidate dies unexpectedly in the middle of the campaign, the Democratic party unexpectedly picks a Washington, D.C. alderman as his replacement.
Directed by Chris Rock, Head of State leans on a strong ensemble — Chris Rock, Bernie Mac, Dylan Baker — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 2003.
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