Limelight
"The masterpiece of laughter and tears from the master of comedy!"
Originally released in 1952. Limelight is a romance/drama film. directed by Charlie Chaplin. With a runtime of 2h 17m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Charlie Chaplin, Claire Bloom, and Nigel Bruce
Synopsis
A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 16, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
2h 17m
137 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (573 votes)
Budget
$900K
Production budget
Box Office
$1M
1.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charlie Chaplin
as Calvero
Claire Bloom
as Thereza 'Terry' Ambrose
Nigel Bruce
as Postant
Buster Keaton
as Calvero's Partner
Sydney Chaplin
as Neville
Norman Lloyd
as Bodalink
Andre Eglevsky
as Dancer - Harlequin
Melissa Hayden
as Dancer - Columbine
Marjorie Bennett
as Mrs. Sybil Alsop
Wheeler Dryden
as Thereza's Doctor
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $900,000
- Revenue
- $1,000,000
Production Companies
- Celebrated Productions
- United Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Limelight about?
A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.
Who directed Limelight?
Limelight was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
How long is Limelight?
Limelight has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
When was Limelight released?
Limelight was released on October 16, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Limelight?
The main cast of Limelight includes Charlie Chaplin, Claire Bloom, Nigel Bruce, Buster Keaton, Sydney Chaplin.
Is Limelight worth watching?
Limelight has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 573 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.