Shadowlands
1993, English. Directed by Richard Attenborough.
He distanced himself from love as he distanced himself from pain, until one woman got close enough to open his heart to the world.
C.S. Lewis, a world-renowned writer and professor, leads a passionless life until he meets spirited poet Joy Gresham.
- Runtime
- 2h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 319 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Richard AttenboroughDirector
- Anthony HopkinsC. S. 'Jack' Lewis
- Debra WingerJoy Gresham
- Edward HardwickeWarnie Lewis
- John WoodChristopher Riley
- Michael DenisonHarry Harrington
- Peter FirthDr Craig
- Matthew DelamereSimon Chadwick
- Julian FellowesDesmond Arding
- Julian FirthFather John Fisher
- Robert FlemyngClaude Bird
- Andrew HawkinsRupert Parrish
- Peter HowellCollege President
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1993
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- William Nicholson
- Budget
- $22M
- Box office
- $26M
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Shadowlands: quick answers
Is Shadowlands worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 319 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Shadowlands?
Shadowlands runs 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Does Shadowlands have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Shadowlands. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Shadowlands suitable for kids?
Shadowlands is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What movies are like Shadowlands?
If you liked Shadowlands, try Jude, Me Before You, Circle of Friends.
Who directed Shadowlands?
Shadowlands (1993) was directed by Richard Attenborough and stars Anthony Hopkins, Debra Winger, Edward Hardwicke.