Primary Colors

In this adaptation of the best-selling roman à clef about Bill Clinton's 1992 run for the White House, the young and gifted Henry Burton is tapped to oversee the presidential campaign of Governor Jack Stanton. Burton is pulled into the politician's colorful world and looks on as Stanton -- who has a wandering eye that could be his downfall -- contends with his ambitious wife, Susan, and an outspoken adviser, Richard Jemmons.

Tagline

“What went down on the way to the top.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Comedy

Director

Mike Nichols

Original Language

EN

What is Primary Colors about?

In this adaptation of the best-selling roman à clef about Bill Clinton's 1992 run for the White House, the young and gifted Henry Burton is tapped to oversee the presidential campaign of Governor Jack Stanton. Burton is pulled into the politician's colorful world and looks on as Stanton -- who has a wandering eye that could be his downfall -- contends with his ambitious wife, Susan, and an outspoken adviser, Richard Jemmons.

Who directed Primary Colors?

Primary Colors was directed by Mike Nichols.

When was Primary Colors released?

Primary Colors was released on March 20, 1998.

How long is Primary Colors?

Primary Colors has a runtime of 2h 23m.

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