Equus movie poster

Equus

"I am yours and you are mine."

October 16, 1977 2h 17m 7.0/10 (141 votes)

Originally released in 1977. Equus is a drama/mystery film. directed by Sidney Lumet. With a runtime of 2h 17m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Richard Burton, Peter Firth, and Joan Plowright

Synopsis

A psychiatrist, Martin Dysart, investigates the savage blinding of six horses with a metal spike in a stable in Hampshire, England. The atrocity was committed by an unassuming seventeen-year-old stable boy named Alan Strang, the only son of an opinionated but inwardly-timid father and a genteel, religious mother. As Dysart exposes the truths behind the boy's demons, he finds himself face-to-face with his own.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 16, 1977 48 years ago
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Runtime 2h 17m 137 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (141 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • United Artists
  • Persky-Bright Productions
  • Winkast Film Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Equus about?

A psychiatrist, Martin Dysart, investigates the savage blinding of six horses with a metal spike in a stable in Hampshire, England. The atrocity was committed by an unassuming seventeen-year-old st...

Who directed Equus?

Equus was directed by Sidney Lumet.

How long is Equus?

Equus has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).

When was Equus released?

Equus was released on October 16, 1977 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Equus?

The main cast of Equus includes Richard Burton, Peter Firth, Joan Plowright, Harry Andrews, Colin Blakely.

Is Equus worth watching?

Equus has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 141 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.