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Head of State

2003 · 95 min Comedy Drama
5.6 / 10 · TMDB

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.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2003
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy, Drama
Director Chris Rock
Runtime 95 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.6/10 (312 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.

Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.

For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.

Director: Chris Rock

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.

🎭 Cast

Chris Rock

Chris Rock

Mays Gilliam

Bernie Mac

Bernie Mac

Mitch Gilliam

Dylan Baker

Dylan Baker

Martin Geller

Nick Searcy

Nick Searcy

Brian Lewis

Lynn Whitfield

Lynn Whitfield

Debra Lassiter

Robin Givens

Robin Givens

Kim

Tamala Jones

Tamala Jones

Lisa Clark

James Rebhorn

James Rebhorn

Senator Bill Arnot

Keith David

Keith David

Bernard Cooper

Tracy Morgan

Tracy Morgan

Meat Man

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