The Social Network 2010
"You don't get to 500 million friends without making a few enemies."
David Fincher's razor-sharp drama The Social Network (2010) dives into the turbulent origins of Facebook through the eyes of its enigmatic founder, Mark Zuckerberg.
Director: David Fincher
Cast
Jesse Eisenberg
Mark Zuckerberg
Andrew Garfield
Eduardo Saverin
Armie Hammer
Cameron Winklevoss / Tyler Winklevoss
Josh Pence
Tyler Winklevoss (Body Double)
Justin Timberlake
Sean Parker
Max Minghella
Divya Narendra
Brenda Song
Christy Ling
Rashida Jones
Marylin Delpy
John Getz
Sy
David Selby
Gage
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Social Network (2010) about?
The film follows Mark Zuckerberg's journey from a Harvard student programming a simple website to the creator of Facebook, a platform that would redefine global communication. Along the way, his unparalleled success sparks personal conflicts and legal disputes with former allies, revealing the high human cost of building an empire.
Who directed The Social Network?
The movie was directed by David Fincher, renowned for his polished visual style and gripping storytelling in films like *Gone Girl* and *Zodiac*.
Who stars in The Social Network?
The ensemble cast features Jesse Eisenberg as Mark Zuckerberg, Andrew Garfield as Eduardo Saverin, Armie Hammer (and Josh Pence) as the Winklevoss twins, and Justin Timberlake as Sean Parker.
Is The Social Network (2010) worth watching?
Absolutely—this sharp, dialogue-driven drama offers a riveting look at ambition and consequence, backed by Fincher's masterful direction. With themes of betrayal and innovation, it's as much a character study as it is a tech revolution tale, making it a must-watch for fans of modern cinema.
How long is The Social Network?
The film runs for 121 minutes (2 hours and 1 minute).
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About The Social Network (2010) — How Facebook's rise became a battle of betrayal and ambition
David Fincher's razor-sharp drama The Social Network (2010) dives into the turbulent origins of Facebook through the eyes of its enigmatic founder, Mark Zuckerberg. Played with biting wit by Jesse Eisenberg, Zuckerberg's rapid ascent from Harvard dorm-room coder to Silicon Valley titan unfolds against a backdrop of ambition, betrayal, and legal battles. The film explores the personal cost of overnight success as Zuckerberg navigates lawsuits from former friends and co-founders, all while grappling with the ethical void of building an empire on virtual connections. With Fincher's sleek visual style and Trent Reznor's pulse-pounding score, the movie crackles with the energy of a tech revolution—and the human wreckage it leaves behind.
Based on real events yet adapted from Ben Mezrich's *The Accidental Billionaires*, The Social Network (2010) dissects the myth of the billionaire genius, exposing the fractures in Zuckerberg's relationships and the price of disrupting the world. Armie Hammer's dual portrayal of the Winklevoss twins adds darkly comedic depth, while Andrew Garfield's earnest portrayal of Eduardo Saverin grounds the story in emotional stakes. The film's sharp dialogue, urgent pacing, and themes of isolation in a hyper-connected age make it a modern classic about power, friendship, and the illusion of progress.
