Charly movie poster

Charly

"A love story that begins with an incredible experiment!"

September 23, 1968 1h 43m 6.5/10 (111 votes)

Originally released in 1968. Charly is a drama/romance film. directed by Ralph Nelson.

Starring Cliff Robertson, Claire Bloom, and Lilia Skala

Synopsis

An experiment on a simpleton turns him into a genius. When he discovers what has been done to him he struggles with whether or not what was done to him was right.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 23, 1968 57 years ago
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Runtime 1h 43m 103 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (111 votes)
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Budget $950K Production budget
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Box Office $814.7K 0.9x 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
$950,000
Revenue
$814,666

Production Companies

  • ABC Pictures
  • Cinerama Releasing Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Charly about?

An experiment on a simpleton turns him into a genius. When he discovers what has been done to him he struggles with whether or not what was done to him was right.

Who directed Charly?

Charly was directed by Ralph Nelson.

How long is Charly?

Charly has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).

When was Charly released?

Charly was released on September 23, 1968 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Charly?

The main cast of Charly includes Cliff Robertson, Claire Bloom, Lilia Skala, Leon Janney, Ruth White.

Is Charly worth watching?

Charly has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 111 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.