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country/region to watch/stream onlineMovie basic details
Current status - Released
Total runtime - 112 mins.
Release date - 05-04-2023
Release year - 2023
Genres - Drama, History
Overall ratings and scores for Air:
Happiness Score - 7.367/10, World Popularity Score - 45.872/100, IMDB Score - 7.4, Metascore - 73, Internet Movie Database - 7.4/10, Metacritic - 73/100, .
Air movie has Total Global Votes - 1443, Total IMD Votes - 148,489
Air Movie Introduction: Movie Air, release year 2023 is written by Alex Convery and directed by Ben Affleck. The leading star-cast in this movie are Matt Damon, Jason Bateman, Ben Affleck along with the other stars and crew members.
Trailers, Clips, Featurettes and Behind the Scenes
Official Trailer
Star-Studded Roundtable Interview
Custom Sneakers Created For Viola Davis by @CESTLAVIC
Movie overview and plot by Anagha Shashank
Movie in-short: Follows the history of sports marketing executive Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball, Michael Jordan.
Movie story-line: Discover the game-changing partnership between a then undiscovered Michael Jordan and Nike's fledgling basketball division which revolutionized the world of sports and culture with the Air Jordan brand.
Movie synopsis: Follows the history of sports marketing executive Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball, Michael Jordan.
Highlights - Air (2023)
Total budget - $90,000,000.00
Total revenue - $87,078,875.00
Produced by - Amazon StudiosSkydance SportsMandalay PicturesArtists Equity
Produced in - United States of America
Available languages - English (English), German (Deutsch),
Homepage URL - https://www.mgmstudios.com/air
Awards won / Nominations - 5 wins & 5 nominations
Certificate(s) - AU : M DE : 6 DE : 6 EE : 7 ES : S FI : 12 FR : 15 GB : K12 GR : IIB HK : 15A IE : All IL : 6+ IL : 6+ IT : 15 IT : 15 KR : AL KZ : 9 NO : R NO : R PL : Btl PR : NC16 PR : NC16 PY : 16+ RO : 6+ SG : R SG : R SG : R
Lead Actors, Writer(s), Director(s) of Air (2023)
Lead Actors - Matt Damon, Jason Bateman, Ben Affleck
Writer(s) - Alex Convery
Director(s) - Ben Affleck
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) about Air (2023)
What is the release date of Air (2023)?
Release date of Air (2023) is 05-04-2023.
What is the total runtime of Air (2023) in minutes?
Total runtime of Air (2023) in minutes is 111 min.
What is the budget consumed to produce Air (2023) movie?
The budget consumed to produce Air (2023) movie is around $90,000,000.00.
How much revenue is expected from movie Air (2023)?
Expected revenue from movie movie Air (2023) is around $87,078,875.00.
What is the pupularity of Air (2023)?
Worldwide pupularity of Air (2023) movie is 45.872%.
What is the name of the production company of film Air (2023)?
Production company of film Air (2023) is/are Amazon Studios, Skydance Sports, Mandalay Pictures, Artists Equity, .
Which country the film Air (2023) is produced in?
Film production country for the film Air (2023) is United States of America, .
Which language the film Air (2023) is produced in?
Film Air (2023) is produced in English (English), German (Deutsch), language(s).
Which Genre the film Air (2023) belongs to?
Movie Air (2023) is categorized under Drama, Sport genre(s).
Who are the lead actors of the film Air (2023)?
Lead actors of the film Air (2023) are Matt Damon, Jason Bateman, Ben Affleck.
Who is the writer of the film Air (2023)?
The writer(s) of the film Air (2023) is/are Alex Convery.
Who is the director of the film Air (2023)?
The director(s) of the film Air (2023) is/are Ben Affleck.
Which awards, nominations and recognitions are won by Air (2023) movie?
Movie Air (2023) has 5 wins & 5 nominations awards and nomination in it's profile.
What is the story of Air (2023) in-short?
Short plot of movie Air (2023): Follows the history of sports marketing executive Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball, Michael Jordan..
What is the full story of Air (2023) movie?
Full plot of movie Air (2023): Follows the history of sports marketing executive Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball, Michael Jordan..
Where to find full details of Air (2023) movie?
You can find the full details of movie Air (2023) at https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16419074
Where to stream or watch movie Air (2023) online?
You can stream or watch online movie Air (2023) on Amazon Prime Video, .
List of full Starcast and crew members of Air (2023)
Full Starcast:
Name: Matt Damon
Character: Sonny Vaccaro
Name: Ben Affleck
Character: Phil Knight
Name: Jason Bateman
Character: Rob Strasser
Name: Chris Messina
Character: David Falk
Name: Viola Davis
Character: Deloris Jordan
Name: Julius Tennon
Character: James Jordan
Name: Chris Tucker
Character: Howard White
Name: Matthew Maher
Character: Peter Moore
Name: Gustaf Skarsgård
Character: Horst Dassler
Name: Damian Young
Character: Michael Jordan
Name: Barbara Sukowa
Character: Kathy Dassler
Name: Jay Mohr
Character: John Fisher
Name: Joel Gretsch
Character: John O'Neil
Name: Marlon Wayans
Character: George Raveling
Name: Dan Bucatinsky
Character: Richard
Name: Michael O'Neill
Character: Joe Dean
Name: Asanté Deshon
Character: 7-Eleven Clerk
Name: Billy Smith
Character: Bill
Name: Al Madrigal
Character: Tim
Name: Jackson Damon
Character: Stan
Name: Jessica Green
Character: Katrina Sainz
Name: Gabrielle Bourne
Character: Tiffany
Name: Joshua Funk
Character: Yes Man
Name: Andy Hirsch
Character: Robinson
Name: Tami Jordan
Character: Sports Book Clerk
Name: Jeff Cook
Character: Jeff
Name: Albert Stroth
Character: Al
Name: Mackenzie Rayne
Character: Susan
Name: Jerry Plummer
Character: Waiter
Name: Haylee Baldwin
Character: Hostess (uncredited)
Name: Ari Davis
Character: Restaurant Guest (uncredited)
Name: Martina De Leon Diaz
Character: Basketball Mom (uncredited)
Name: Ure Egbuho
Character: Nike Lab Technician (uncredited)
Name: Dempsey Gibson
Character: Parent (uncredited)
Name: Geoffrey Gould
Character: Workshop Worker (uncredited)
Name: Richard Allan Jones
Character: Nike Staff (uncredited)
Name: Tom Papa
Character: Stu Inman (uncredited)
Name: LeChristopher Williams
Character: Runner (uncredited)
Name: Michael Jordan
Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Name: Deloris Jordan
Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Name: Barack Obama
Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Crew Members:
Name: Robert Richardson
Department: Camera
Job/Role: Director of Photography
Name: William Goldenberg
Department: Editing
Job/Role: Editor
Name: Ben Affleck
Department: Directing
Job/Role: Director
Name: Ben Affleck
Department: Production
Job/Role: Producer
Name: Matt Damon
Department: Production
Job/Role: Producer
Name: Peter Guber
Department: Production
Job/Role: Producer
Name: Dana Goldberg
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: François Audouy
Department: Art
Job/Role: Production Design
Name: Galen Goodpaster
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Assistant Sound Editor
Name: Don Granger
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: David Ellison
Department: Production
Job/Role: Producer
Name: Peter E. Strauss
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: Stacey Morris
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Hairstylist
Name: Kevin Halloran
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: Douglas Shamburger
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Boom Operator
Name: Jon Weinbach
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: Jason Michael Berman
Department: Production
Job/Role: Producer
Name: Luisa Abel
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Makeup Department Head
Name: Sarah Forrest
Department: Art
Job/Role: Set Designer
Name: Dan O'Connell
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Foley Artist
Name: Andy Nelson
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Sound Re-Recording Mixer
Name: Tobias Poppe
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Sound Designer
Name: A. Todd Holland
Department: Art
Job/Role: Supervising Art Director
Name: Ai-Ling Lee
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Sound Designer
Name: Ai-Ling Lee
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Supervising Sound Editor
Name: Ai-Ling Lee
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Sound Re-Recording Mixer
Name: Susan Dawes
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Supervising Sound Editor
Name: Jim Brookshire
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Dialogue Editor
Name: Colin Anderson
Department: Camera
Job/Role: Camera Operator
Name: Craig Frosty Silva
Department: Crew
Job/Role: Stunt Coordinator
Name: Mark R. Byers
Department: Visual Effects
Job/Role: Special Effects Supervisor
Name: Matt Cavanaugh
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Sound Effects Editor
Name: Michael Joe
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: Charlese Antoinette Jones
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Costume Design
Name: Carla Farmer
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Hair Department Head
Name: Willie D. Burton
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Sound Mixer
Name: Tom McComas
Department: Crew
Job/Role: Stunt Double
Name: Dan Kenyon
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Sound Effects Editor
Name: Erik L. Brown
Department: Camera
Job/Role: First Assistant "B" Camera
Name: Christopher Ferguson
Department: Lighting
Job/Role: Lighting Programmer
Name: Katrina Sainz
Department: Art
Job/Role: Art Direction
Name: Tracy Dixon
Department: Production
Job/Role: Extras Casting
Name: Larissa Supplitt
Department: Camera
Job/Role: Second Assistant "B" Camera
Name: Donny Bailey
Department: Crew
Job/Role: Stunt Driver
Name: Colleen Mleziva
Department: Camera
Job/Role: Second Assistant "C" Camera
Name: Justin M. Davey
Department: Sound
Job/Role: Sound Effects Editor
Name: Trevor Tavares
Department: Directing
Job/Role: Second Assistant Director
Name: Hansjeet Duggal
Department: Visual Effects
Job/Role: Visual Effects Supervisor
Name: Gary McMonnies
Department: Art
Job/Role: Art Direction
Name: Joseph Hicks
Department: Production
Job/Role: Extras Casting
Name: Madison Ainley
Department: Production
Job/Role: Producer
Name: Mateo Bourdieu
Department: Camera
Job/Role: First Assistant Camera
Name: Jason Perrine
Department: Art
Job/Role: Art Direction
Name: Eileen Gonzales
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Set Costumer
Name: Michael Legato
Department: Visual Effects
Job/Role: Visual Effects Production Manager
Name: Jimmy Ward
Department: Camera
Job/Role: First Assistant "A" Camera
Name: Wes Meyers
Department: Visual Effects
Job/Role: Visual Effects
Name: Jessica Posada
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Set Costumer
Name: Drew Vinton
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: John Graham
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: Kelly Hunt
Department: Production
Job/Role: Extras Casting
Name: Chris Cortner
Department: Art
Job/Role: Set Designer
Name: Jeff Robinov
Department: Production
Job/Role: Producer
Name: Sara Fox
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Costume Supervisor
Name: Jamison Rabbe
Department: Sound
Job/Role: ADR Mixer
Name: Shian S. Banks
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Hairstylist
Name: Chloe Gray
Department: Visual Effects
Job/Role: VFX Artist
Name: Prashant Grover
Department: Visual Effects
Job/Role: VFX Artist
Name: Jordan Moldo
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: Alex Convery
Department: Writing
Job/Role: Writer
Name: Jesse Sisgold
Department: Production
Job/Role: Executive Producer
Name: Alda Matos
Department: Production
Job/Role: Production Assistant
Name: Gursharn Arya
Department: Art
Job/Role: Art Direction
Name: Kauilani Goodwyn
Department: Costume & Make-Up
Job/Role: Hairstylist
Name: Katie Legato
Department: Visual Effects
Job/Role: Visual Effects Producer
Name: Ally Gorder
Department: Production
Job/Role: Casting Assistant
Name: Adam Rosko
Department: Production
Job/Role: Casting Associate
Reviews Section
Matt Damon is on strong form here as the out-of-shape Nike basketball executive Sonny Vaccaro. At the usual routine selection meeting at the start of the season he realises that their paltry $250k budget isn't going to enable them to sign anyone with enough impact to lift his company from a distant third behind Converse and Adidas in the market. A bit of lateral thinking and some convincing of marketing VP Rob Strasser (a good effort from Jason Bateman, too) takes him before the bare-footed, grape coloured Porsche owning, Phil Knight - the CEO (Ben Affleck) with an off-the-wall plan to put all of their eggs in one basket and go for the upcoming Michael Jordan. Scepticism abounds, not least because the man's agent (Chris Messina) makes it clear that Jordan has no interest at all in signing with them. Vaccaro is not a man to take no for an answer and what now ensues demonstrates how his unorthodox methods, his honesty, determination and his ability to coax, cajole and persuade managed to create something that is not just the stuff of sporting history, but of visionary commercial history too. A few potent appearances from Viola Davis illustrate that Vaccarro was not the only shrewd individual at the negotiating table and there are some lovely, almost head banging, appearances from Messina as the deal edges ever closer (or does it?). Affleck also appears infrequently, but he is effective - indeed his one set piece scene with the Jordans is actually quite cringeworthy to watch. It's a well known story so the plot hasn't any jeopardy. That said, though, Affleck manages to create a sense of will they/won't they that sustains this characterful and entertaining drama for just short of two hours and puts the engaging dynamic between Damon and Bateman to good use. The script is quickly paced, frequently pithy and has a natural flow to it that - save for Chris Tucker's portrayal of Howard White which I found just a bit too Jesse Jackson for me - all works well. I am not sure this is a film you will remember down the line, but I did enjoy it.
“Air” is a sports marketing drama that delivers satisfying entertainment with a feel-good, universal appeal. Never would I have guessed that a film about business deals and shoe marketing would be so engaging, but this true story about the game-changing partnership in 1984 between an NBA rookie named Michael Jordan and the athletic apparel company Nike is gratifying on all levels. You don’t have to be a basketball fan or even know anything about Jordan to enjoy this film. It’s a biopic all right – but of the men behind the Air Jordan sneaker line, not the superstar athlete. Directed by Ben Affleck (who also co-stars), the film explores the history of how the legendary Air Jordan sneaker line was birthed into existence, telling the story of the high-stakes business gamble that had the potential to make or break Nike. When scout and basketball division lead Sonny Vaccaro (Matt Damon) sets his sights on the talented UNC rookie (who has recently been drafted by the Chicago Bulls) to be the athlete that Nike needs to boost their shoe line, he is met with resistance from his team of reluctant colleagues. They’re skeptical at first, but eventually find Sonny’s passion to be contagious and hop on board. Much of the narrative is focused on the behind-the-scenes company men, discussions about money, and valid concerns about taking a huge risk on Sonny’s gut feeling that this kid has the potential to become an international sports superstar. There’s a lot shown about the creativity process, brainstorming sessions, and outside-the-box marketing that helped Nike sell their shoes to an up-and-coming NBA player. Although it may sound like it, this isn’t a dry business story, but an enjoyable film filled with casual charm. Affleck includes a who’s who of Nike in the 80s, from Peter Moore (Matthew Maher), Nike’s Creative Director and the man who designed the Air Jordan sneaker (and also had the brilliant idea to put Jordan’s silhouette on the product line), Howard White (Chris Tucker), who influenced the basketball player to sign with the company, Marketing Director Rob Strasser (Jason Bateman), and Nike co-founder Phil Knight (Affleck), who credits the Air Jordan as the product that saved his company. A secondary plot line involves Sonny’s efforts to convince Jordan’s bulldog agent David Falk (Chris Messina) and family, in particular his smart and savvy mother Deloris (Viola Davis), to sign with Nike over the more popular competing brands Converse and Adidas. Discussions between Sonny and Deloris deliver the film’s most powerful scenes, especially when you see a tenacious mother who knows her son’s worth and has no problem holding her own in a room full of corporate suits. It’s unusual to find a film that keeps the audience invested in the story from both sides, and I found myself hoping for Sonny to land a great contract but also for Deloris to get the best deal possible for her son and family. To reveal more about the story would constitute major spoilers, especially if you are unfamiliar with the history of the shoe, but Affleck’s storytelling is so engaging that it will keep you emotionally invested even if you know the eventual outcome. As a director, Affleck has an enviable, natural flair for telling true stories. His casual style and instincts are on full display here. The film is an example of one of those instances that are few and far between, where the subject matter is the perfect match for the director. This is a story that obviously is close to Affleck’s heart, and it’s reflected throughout the film. “Air” is a well-made movie about the American Dream from two different sides of the equation. There aren’t many missteps here, and everything from the direction, lively screenplay (written by Alex Convery), and warm performances all flow together in perfect harmony. **By: Louisa Moore / SCREEN ZEALOTS / WWW.SCREENZEALOTS.COM**
A staggering tale of an unhinged perseverance which is backed by a captivating screenplay. Air is a story so frivolous and flat , that the courage of Ben Affleck should be lauded with our hats down. A simple plot which would fit within 3 lines of a page is magically presented to us as a fascinating and appealing peace of history which changed the strature of business in sports in America and revolutionized a global culture, Nike's collaboration with the greatest basketball player in the history of the game, "Michael Jordan". The 2 hours doesn't feel long when you have a dazzling screenplay & a marvelous ensemble cast with their pragmatic conversations. Ben Affleck really puts in a fine effort to yield such sensational performances for the star studded cast. Brilliant is an understatement for the ensemble cast. I have never seen a better grounded performance of Matt Damon than this. He is sensational. Jason Bateman and Viola Davis add the much needed spark with their magnetic performances. Good to see Chris Tucker back and boy he just gets his sense of humor right each time. The banters between Matt and Chris Messina is the highlight for me. Ben Affleck is a master in terms of direction, the way he manages veterans into building such a collaboration is astounding. Overall, If you believe in uplifting stories behind sports and redefining moments of history which changed the world we live in today then Air is a great addition to your watchlist. Instagram @streamgenx
Slightly forced 1980s aesthetic/nostalgia trip aside, 'Air' is quality! The 80s was before my time, so I guess I'm not best placed to talk about it, but the constant shots of 80s things with 80s music with extremely 80s enviroments did get a tiny bit tiresome to me. I recall people saying similar-ish with 'Stranger Things' season 3, though I found the mix of it there to more befitting. I'm nit-picking, I know, but it just was super noticeable to me here. Anyway, enough of that unimportant stuff. The film is great. The whole cast do terrific work, particularly Matt Damon, Viola Davis (the phone call scene between those two is excellent), Jason Bateman and Ben Affleck. I'd say the secondary portion of the almost 2hrs is the stronger, prior to that I was intrigued but not invested... by the end I was both. It's a predictable story, but that doesn't make it any less enjoyable. The decision to practically not have a Michael Jordan character in a movie about Michael Jordan is an interesting one. It feels a tad awkward when he is in a scene and they intentionally 'hide' him. I get why, and it mostly works, but it does feel dorky at a point or two. Overall, very good. To be honest, ignore my above nit-picks - it's most definitely worthy of a watch.
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