Melancholia movie poster

Melancholia

"It will change everything."

May 26, 2011 2h 10m 7.2/10 (3,712 votes)

Originally released in 2011. Melancholia is a drama/science fiction film. directed by Lars von Trier. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and Kiefer Sutherland

Synopsis

Two sisters find their already strained relationship challenged as a mysterious new planet threatens to collide with Earth.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 26, 2011 14 years ago
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Runtime 2h 10m 130 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (3,712 votes)
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Budget $7.4M Production budget
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Box Office $15.9M 2.2x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Denmark + 3 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$7,400,000
Revenue
$15,946,321

Production Companies

  • Zentropa Entertainments
  • Memfis Film
  • Zentropa International Sweden
  • Slot Machine
  • Liberator Productions
  • Zentropa International Köln
  • DR
  • Film i Väst
  • ARTE France Cinéma

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Melancholia about?

Two sisters find their already strained relationship challenged as a mysterious new planet threatens to collide with Earth.

Who directed Melancholia?

Melancholia was directed by Lars von Trier.

How long is Melancholia?

Melancholia has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).

When was Melancholia released?

Melancholia was released on May 26, 2011 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Melancholia?

The main cast of Melancholia includes Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Kiefer Sutherland, Alexander Skarsgård, Cameron Spurr.

Is Melancholia worth watching?

Melancholia has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 3,712 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.