The Kite Runner movie poster

The Kite Runner

"There is a way to be good again."

December 14, 2007 2h 8m 7.3/10 (1,220 votes)

Originally released in 2007. The Kite Runner is a drama film. directed by Marc Forster. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Ahmad Khan Mahmoodzada, Atossa Leoni, and Khalid Abdalla

Synopsis

After spending years in California, Amir returns to his homeland in Afghanistan to help his old friend Hassan, whose son is in trouble.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 14, 2007 18 years ago
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Runtime 2h 8m 128 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (1,220 votes)
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Budget $20M Production budget
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Box Office $73.3M 3.7x return
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Language English Original language
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Country China + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$73,276,047

Production Companies

  • Wonderland Films
  • Sidney Kimmel Entertainment
  • Participant
  • Parkes+MacDonald Production
  • China Film Co-Production Corp.
  • Beijing Happy Pictures Cultural Communications Co.
  • Kite Runner Holdings
  • Ebeling Group
  • Neal Street Productions
  • DreamWorks Pictures
  • Mandate International

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Kite Runner about?

After spending years in California, Amir returns to his homeland in Afghanistan to help his old friend Hassan, whose son is in trouble.

Who directed The Kite Runner?

The Kite Runner was directed by Marc Forster.

How long is The Kite Runner?

The Kite Runner has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).

When was The Kite Runner released?

The Kite Runner was released on December 14, 2007 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Kite Runner?

The main cast of The Kite Runner includes Ahmad Khan Mahmoodzada, Atossa Leoni, Khalid Abdalla, Elham Ehsas, Homayoun Ershadi.

Is The Kite Runner worth watching?

The Kite Runner has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 1,220 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.