Seven Years in Tibet
"At the end of the world his real journey began."
Originally released in 1997. Seven Years in Tibet is a adventure/drama film. directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud. With a runtime of 2h 16m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Brad Pitt, Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk, and David Thewlis
Synopsis
Austrian mountaineer Heinrich Harrer journeys to the Himalayas without his family to head an expedition in 1939. But when World War II breaks out, the arrogant Harrer falls into Allied forces' hands as a prisoner of war. He escapes with a fellow detainee and makes his way to Lhasa, Tibet, where he meets the 14-year-old Dalai Lama, whose friendship ultimately transforms his outlook on life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 16m
136 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (3,041 votes)
Budget
$70M
Production budget
Box Office
$131.5M
1.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Director
Top Cast
Brad Pitt
as Heinrich Harrer
Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk
as Dalai Lama, 14 Years Old
David Thewlis
as Peter Aufschnaiter
BD Wong
as Ngawang Jigme
Mako
as Kungo Tsarong
Lhakpa Tsamchoe
as Pema Lhaki
Ingeborga Dapkūnaitė
as Ingrid Harrer
Duncan Fraser
as British Officer
Danny Denzongpa
as Regent
Victor Wong Chi-Keung
as Chinese 'Amban'
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $70,000,000
- Revenue
- $131,457,682
Production Companies
- Mandalay Entertainment
- Reperage
- Vanguard Films
- Applecross
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seven Years in Tibet about?
Austrian mountaineer Heinrich Harrer journeys to the Himalayas without his family to head an expedition in 1939. But when World War II breaks out, the arrogant Harrer falls into Allied forces' hand...
Who directed Seven Years in Tibet?
Seven Years in Tibet was directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud.
How long is Seven Years in Tibet?
Seven Years in Tibet has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
When was Seven Years in Tibet released?
Seven Years in Tibet was released on September 12, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Seven Years in Tibet?
The main cast of Seven Years in Tibet includes Brad Pitt, Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk, David Thewlis, BD Wong, Mako.
Is Seven Years in Tibet worth watching?
Seven Years in Tibet has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 3,041 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.