Fahrenheit 451
1966, English. Directed by François Truffaut.
What if you had no right to read?
In the future, the government maintains control of public opinion by outlawing literature and maintaining a group of enforcers, known as “firemen,” to perform the necessary book burnings. Fireman Montag begins to question the morality of his vocation…
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- François TruffautDirector
- Julie ChristieClarisse / Linda Montag
- Oskar WernerGuy Montag
- Cyril CusackCaptain Beatty
- Anton DiffringFabian / Headmistress
- Jeremy SpenserMan with the Apple
- Bee DuffellBook Woman
- Alex ScottBook Person: 'The Life of Henry Brulard'
- Gillian AldamJudoka Woman (uncredited)
- Michael BalfourBook Person: Machiavelli's 'The Prince' (uncredited)
- Ann BellDoris (uncredited)
- Yvonne BlakeBook Person: 'The Jewish Question' (uncredited)
- Arthur CoxMale Nurse (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 7 September 1966
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- François Truffaut, Jean-Louis Richard
- Budget
- $1.5M
- Box office
- $2M
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What Fahrenheit 451 is based on
Fahrenheit 451 is based on Fahrenheit 451, a 1953 novel by Ray Bradbury.
Novel · 1953
Fahrenheit 451
By Ray Bradbury
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Fahrenheit 451: quick answers
Is Fahrenheit 451 worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 1,127 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Fahrenheit 451?
Fahrenheit 451 runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does Fahrenheit 451 have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fahrenheit 451. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Fahrenheit 451 parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fahrenheit 451 is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Fahrenheit 451 on?
Fahrenheit 451 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Fahrenheit 451?
If you liked Fahrenheit 451, try The Giver, Light of My Life, THX 1138.
Who directed Fahrenheit 451?
Fahrenheit 451 (1966) was directed by François Truffaut and stars Julie Christie, Oskar Werner, Cyril Cusack.
What is Fahrenheit 451 based on?
Fahrenheit 451 is based on Fahrenheit 451, a 1953 novel by Ray Bradbury.