The Seventh Seal
"The story of a challenge to death."
Originally released in 1957. The Seventh Seal is a fantasy/drama film. directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Starring Gunnar Björnstrand, Bengt Ekerot, and Nils Poppe
Synopsis
When disillusioned Swedish knight Antonius Block returns home from the Crusades to find his country in the grips of the Black Death, he challenges Death to a chess match for his life. Tormented by the belief that God does not exist, Block sets off on a journey, meeting up with traveling players Jof and his wife, Mia, and becoming determined to evade Death long enough to commit one redemptive act while he still lives.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 16, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
8.2/10
Excellent (3,250 votes)
Budget
$150K
Production budget
Box Office
$311.2K
2.1x return
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
- Budget
- $150,000
- Revenue
- $311,212
Production Companies
- SF Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Seventh Seal about?
When disillusioned Swedish knight Antonius Block returns home from the Crusades to find his country in the grips of the Black Death, he challenges Death to a chess match for his life. Tormented by ...
Who directed The Seventh Seal?
The Seventh Seal was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
How long is The Seventh Seal?
The Seventh Seal has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was The Seventh Seal released?
The Seventh Seal was released on February 16, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Seventh Seal?
The main cast of The Seventh Seal includes Gunnar Björnstrand, Bengt Ekerot, Nils Poppe, Max von Sydow, Bibi Andersson.
Is The Seventh Seal worth watching?
The Seventh Seal has a user rating of 8.2/10 based on 3,250 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.