Gandhi
"His triumph changed the world forever."
Originally released in 1982. Gandhi is a drama/history film. directed by Richard Attenborough. With a runtime of 3h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ben Kingsley, Candice Bergen, and Edward Fox
Synopsis
In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced with armed resistance from the British government, Gandhi adopts a policy of 'passive resistance', endeavouring to win freedom for his people without resorting to bloodshed.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 1, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
3h 11m
191 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (2,444 votes)
Budget
$22M
Production budget
Box Office
$77.7M
3.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
India
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Ben Kingsley
as Mahatma Gandhi
Candice Bergen
as Margaret Bourke-White
Edward Fox
as General Dyer
John Gielgud
as Lord Irwin
Trevor Howard
as Judge Broomfield
John Mills
as Lord Chelmsford
Rohini Hattangadi
as Kasturba Gandhi
Martin Sheen
as Vince Walker
Ian Charleson
as Reverend Charlie Andrews
Harsh Nayyar
as Nathuram Godse
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $22,000,000
- Revenue
- $77,737,889
Production Companies
- Goldcrest
- Indo-British
- International Film Investors
- National Film Development Corporation of India
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gandhi about?
In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced with armed resistance from ...
Who directed Gandhi?
Gandhi was directed by Richard Attenborough.
How long is Gandhi?
Gandhi has a runtime of 3 hours and 11 minutes (191 minutes total).
When was Gandhi released?
Gandhi was released on December 1, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gandhi?
The main cast of Gandhi includes Ben Kingsley, Candice Bergen, Edward Fox, John Gielgud, Trevor Howard.
Is Gandhi worth watching?
Gandhi has a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 2,444 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.