Lost Horizon
"At last! The masterpiece of America's foremost film genius blazes to the screen!"
Originally released in 1937. Lost Horizon is a adventure/fantasy film. directed by Frank Capra. With a runtime of 2h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ronald Colman, Jane Wyatt, and Edward Everett Horton
Synopsis
British diplomat Robert Conway and a small group of civilians crash-land in the Himalayas, where they are rescued by the inhabitants of the hidden, idyllic valley of Shangri-La. Protected by the mountains from the world outside, where the clouds of World War II are gathering, Shangri-La provides a seductive escape for the world-weary Conway.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 3, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
2h 12m
132 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (234 votes)
Budget
$4M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ronald Colman
as Robert " Bob " Conway
Jane Wyatt
as Sondra Bizet
Edward Everett Horton
as Alexander P. " Lovey " Lovett
John Howard
as George Conway
Thomas Mitchell
as Henry Barnard
Margo
as Maria
Isabel Jewell
as Gloria Stone
H.B. Warner
as Chang
Sam Jaffe
as High Lama
John Burton
as Wynant (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $4,000,000
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lost Horizon about?
British diplomat Robert Conway and a small group of civilians crash-land in the Himalayas, where they are rescued by the inhabitants of the hidden, idyllic valley of Shangri-La. Protected by the mo...
Who directed Lost Horizon?
Lost Horizon was directed by Frank Capra.
How long is Lost Horizon?
Lost Horizon has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes total).
When was Lost Horizon released?
Lost Horizon was released on March 3, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lost Horizon?
The main cast of Lost Horizon includes Ronald Colman, Jane Wyatt, Edward Everett Horton, John Howard, Thomas Mitchell.
Is Lost Horizon worth watching?
Lost Horizon has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 234 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.