I Shot Andy Warhol (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1996, I Shot Andy Warhol is a drama film directed by Mary Harron, running about 103 minutes. “You only get one shot at fame.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on the true story of Valerie Solanas who was a 1960s radical preaching hatred toward men in her "Scum" manifesto. She wrote a screenplay for a film that she wanted Andy Warhol to produce, but he continued to ignore her. So she shot him. This is Valerie's story.
Who’s in it. I Shot Andy Warhol stars Lili Taylor as Valerie Jean Solanas, Jared Harris as Andy Warhol, Stephen Dorff as Candy Darling and Martha Plimpton as Stevie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, I Shot Andy Warhol has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I Shot Andy Warhol page.
If you liked it. Fans of I Shot Andy Warhol tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Shot Andy Warhol (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Shot Andy Warhol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I Shot Andy Warhol worth watching?
- I Shot Andy Warhol holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I Shot Andy Warhol?
- I Shot Andy Warhol stars Lili Taylor, Jared Harris, Stephen Dorff, Martha Plimpton and Danny Morgenstern.
- When was I Shot Andy Warhol released?
- I Shot Andy Warhol was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.