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The Princess Bride

"It's as real as the feelings you feel."

September 25, 1987 1h 39m 7.7/10 (4,933 votes)

Originally released in 1987. The Princess Bride is a adventure/family film. directed by Rob Reiner.

Starring Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, and Mandy Patinkin

Synopsis

In this enchantingly cracked fairy tale, the beautiful Princess Buttercup and the dashing Westley must overcome staggering odds to find happiness amid six-fingered swordsmen, murderous princes, Sicilians and rodents of unusual size. But even death can't stop these true lovebirds from triumphing.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 25, 1987 38 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
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User Rating 7.7/10 Great (4,933 votes)
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Budget $16M Production budget
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Box Office $30.9M 1.9x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$16,000,000
Revenue
$30,900,000

Production Companies

  • The Princess Bride
  • Buttercup Films
  • Act III Productions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Princess Bride about?

In this enchantingly cracked fairy tale, the beautiful Princess Buttercup and the dashing Westley must overcome staggering odds to find happiness amid six-fingered swordsmen, murderous princes, Sic...

Who directed The Princess Bride?

The Princess Bride was directed by Rob Reiner.

How long is The Princess Bride?

The Princess Bride has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was The Princess Bride released?

The Princess Bride was released on September 25, 1987 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Princess Bride?

The main cast of The Princess Bride includes Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon, Christopher Guest.

Is The Princess Bride worth watching?

The Princess Bride has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 4,933 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.