Thank You for Smoking

Thank You for Smoking

Nick Naylor doesn't hide the truth...he filters it.

R 2005 · 92 min · ★ 7.2 (2K) · Comedy, Drama

Nick Naylor is a charismatic spin-doctor for Big Tobacco who'll fight to protect America's right to smoke -- even if it kills him -- while still remaining a role model for his 12-year old son. When he incurs the wrath of a senator bent on snuffing out cigarettes, Nick's powers of "filtering the truth" will be put to the test.

Directed by Jason Reitman · Written by Jason Reitman

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