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Water for Elephants

"Life is the most spectacular show on earth."

April 15, 2011 2h 2m 6.9/10 (2,581 votes)

Originally released in 2011. Water for Elephants is a drama/romance film. directed by Francis Lawrence. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Robert Pattinson, Reese Witherspoon, and Christoph Waltz

Synopsis

In this captivating Depression-era melodrama, impetuous veterinary student Jacob Jankowski joins a celebrated circus as an animal caretaker but faces a wrenching dilemma when he's transfixed by angelic married performer Marlena.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 15, 2011 14 years ago
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Runtime 2h 2m 122 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (2,581 votes)
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Budget $38M Production budget
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Box Office $117.1M 3.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$38,000,000
Revenue
$117,094,902

Production Companies

  • Big Screen Productions
  • Fox 2000 Pictures
  • Dune Entertainment
  • Ingenious Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Water for Elephants about?

In this captivating Depression-era melodrama, impetuous veterinary student Jacob Jankowski joins a celebrated circus as an animal caretaker but faces a wrenching dilemma when he's transfixed by ang...

Who directed Water for Elephants?

Water for Elephants was directed by Francis Lawrence.

How long is Water for Elephants?

Water for Elephants has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).

When was Water for Elephants released?

Water for Elephants was released on April 15, 2011 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Water for Elephants?

The main cast of Water for Elephants includes Robert Pattinson, Reese Witherspoon, Christoph Waltz, Paul Schneider, Jim Norton.

Is Water for Elephants worth watching?

Water for Elephants has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 2,581 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.