Yentl movie poster

Yentl

"In a time when the world of study belonged only to men, there lived a girl who dared to ask..."why?""

November 18, 1983 2h 12m 6.7/10 (255 votes)

Originally released in 1983. Yentl is a music/drama film. directed by Barbra Streisand. With a runtime of 2h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Barbra Streisand, Mandy Patinkin, and Amy Irving

Synopsis

In a time when girls were forbidden to study religious scriptures, a Jewish girl masquerades as a boy to enter religious training and unexpectedly finds love along the way.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 18, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 2h 12m 132 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (255 votes)
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Budget $12M Production budget
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Box Office $30.4M 2.5x 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
$12,000,000
Revenue
$30,400,000

Production Companies

  • Ladbroke
  • United Artists
  • Barwood Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yentl about?

In a time when girls were forbidden to study religious scriptures, a Jewish girl masquerades as a boy to enter religious training and unexpectedly finds love along the way.

Who directed Yentl?

Yentl was directed by Barbra Streisand.

How long is Yentl?

Yentl has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes total).

When was Yentl released?

Yentl was released on November 18, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Yentl?

The main cast of Yentl includes Barbra Streisand, Mandy Patinkin, Amy Irving, Nehemiah Persoff, Steven Hill.

Is Yentl worth watching?

Yentl has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 255 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.