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Three college roommates, Derrick (James Marsden), Jones (Lena Headey) and Travis (Norman Reedus), create a class project on gossip. They decide to start a rumor stating that Naomi Preston (Kate Hudson), who has openly admitted she is saving herself for marriage, was seen at a crowded college party having sex with her boyfriend, Beau (Joshua Jackson). They aim to track the rumor to see how it spreads and evolves, but they are shocked when Naomi promptly accuses Beau of rape.
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Critics Consensus

Gossip drags on far beyond its entertainment value.

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Edward Lawrenson Sight & Sound Dec 2, 2002
Predictable at every turn, glossy but stagy, and full of unengaging, underdeveloped characters, Gossip too is 'all just words'. Go to Full Review Jeff Strickler Minneapolis Star Tribune Nov 6, 2002
3/4
A taut second half in which the plot turns back on itself in some surprising twists makes up for the lethargic first half. Go to Full Review Rick Groen Globe and Mail Mar 19, 2002
2/4
All style and no substance. Go to Full Review Chuck Klosterman Akron Beacon Journal Oct 28, 2023
1.5/4
The college kids in Gossip live unreal lives in an unreal world and deal with unreal problems. We watch them destroy themselves in a remarkably unreal fashion, and I still think we're supposed to feel sorry for them. Go to Full Review Rachel West That Shelf Dec 31, 2019
Replace the flip phones with iPhones, the word-of-mouth hallway gossip with retweets, and the salacious storyline could work just as well for today's audience. Go to Full Review Jim Lane Sacramento News & Review Aug 7, 2008
2/5
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Farah R @Farah Aug 21, 2026 Gossip isn’t the smartest thriller, but it’s far from bad. The intriguing premise is fully fledged by the intricate plot twists. The acting is good, the drama is fire, and the early 2000’s vibes are awesome. I enjoyed it. See more Jelisije J @jjosifovic Mar 16, 2025 You think you know where this movie is going, but believe you me you don't and that whats great about this film. Its well acted and unpredictable that left me happy at the end of the day. See more Regina P @RT45936356 Apr 24, 2024 So many recognizable names in this story. Wacky setup. Predictable. But sure, not a waste of time when you're looking to waste time. See more Melissa L @Agent99 Apr 12, 2024 Once again, people seem to have no taste. This was a most excellent movie with a perfect ending. Don't pay attention to the low ratings. I recommend it. See more Steve D @RT35616104 Feb 6, 2023 No one is developed enough to care about them. See more Jun 28, 2018 Nothing about this film is suspenseful or intriguing and everything about is obvious. See more Read all reviews
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Davis Guggenheim

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James Marsden

Derrick Webb

Lena Headey

Cathy Jones

Norman Reedus

Travis

Kate Hudson

Naomi Preston

Joshua Jackson

Beau Edson

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Edward James Olmos as Detective Curtis in Warner Brothers' Gossip Norman Reedus as Travis in Warner Brothers' Gossip James Marsden, Lena Headey and Norman Reedus in Warner Brothers' Gossip Joshua Jackson and Kate Hudson in Warner Brothers' Gossip Lena Headey as Jones in Warner Brothers' Gossip Joshua Jackson as Beau in Warner Brothers' Gossip Joshua Jackson as Beau in Warner Brothers' Gossip Eric Bogosian as Professor Goodwin in Warner Brothers' Gossip James Marsden as Derrick in Warner Brothers' Gossip Lena Headey as Jones in Warner Brothers' Gossip View more photos

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Synopsis Three college roommates, Derrick (James Marsden), Jones (Lena Headey) and Travis (Norman Reedus), create a class project on gossip. They decide to start a rumor stating that Naomi Preston (Kate Hudson), who has openly admitted she is saving herself for marriage, was seen at a crowded college party having sex with her boyfriend, Beau (Joshua Jackson). They aim to track the rumor to see how it spreads and evolves, but they are shocked when Naomi promptly accuses Beau of rape.
Director
Davis Guggenheim
Producer
Bobby Newmyer, Jeffrey Silver
Screenwriter
Gregory Poirier, Gregory Poirier, Theresa Rebeck
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
Village Roadshow Prod., Warner Brothers, Outlaw Productions, NPV Entertainment
Rating
R (Language|Brief Violence|Sexual Content)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 21, 2000, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 1, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA)
$5.1M
Runtime
1h 31m
Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby SR, Dolby Digital, Surround, DTS, Dolby Stereo
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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