The Life of David Gale
2003, English. Directed by Alan Parker.
The crime is clear. The truth is not.
A man against capital punishment is accused of murdering a fellow activist and is sent to death row.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Alan ParkerDirector
- Kevin SpaceyDavid Gale
- Kate WinsletBitsey Bloom
- Laura LinneyConstance Hallaway
- Rhona MitraBerlin
- Gabriel MannZack Stemmons
- Matt CravenDusty Wright
- Jim BeaverDuke Grover
- Cleo KingBarbara Kreuster
- Leon RippyBraxton Belyeu
- Melissa McCarthyNico the Goth Girl
- Lee RitcheyJoe Mullarkey
- Brandy LittleMotel Waitress
Details
- Released
- 21 February 2003
- Country
- Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Charles Randolph
- Budget
- $50M
- Box office
- $39M
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The Life of David Gale: quick answers
Is The Life of David Gale worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 2,295 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Life of David Gale?
The Life of David Gale runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does The Life of David Gale have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Life of David Gale. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Life of David Gale parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Life of David Gale is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Life of David Gale on?
The Life of David Gale isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Life of David Gale?
If you liked The Life of David Gale, try True Crime, Rampage, Walking Tall: Lone Justice.
Who directed The Life of David Gale?
The Life of David Gale (2003) was directed by Alan Parker and stars Kevin Spacey, Kate Winslet, Laura Linney.