1984
1956, English. Directed by Michael Anderson.
Will ecstasy be a crime... in the terrifying world of the future? Amazing wonders of tomorrow! Nothing like it ever filmed! From the startling George Orwell novel!
In a totalitarian future society, a man whose daily work is rewriting history tries to rebel by falling in love.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 152 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Michael AndersonDirector
- Edmond O'BrienWinston Smith of the Outer Party
- Jan SterlingJulia of the Outer Party
- Michael RedgraveO'Connor of the Inner Party
- David KossoffCharrington the Junk Shop Owner
- Mervyn JohnsJones
- Donald PleasenceR. Parsons
- Carol WolveridgeSelina Parsons
- Ernest ClarkOuter Party Announcer
- Patrick AllenInner Party Official
- Ronan O'CaseyRutherford
- Bartlett MullinsSyme
- Michael RipperOuter Party Orator
Details
- Released
- 6 March 1956
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- William Templeton, Ralph Gilbert Bettison
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What 1984 is based on
1984 is adapted from a novel.
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1984: quick answers
Is 1984 worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 152 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is 1984?
1984 runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does 1984 have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for 1984. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
1984 parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
1984 is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is 1984 on?
1984 isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like 1984?
If you liked 1984, try The Giver, Fahrenheit 451, 2073.
Who directed 1984?
1984 (1956) was directed by Michael Anderson and stars Edmond O'Brien, Jan Sterling, Michael Redgrave.
What is 1984 based on?
1984 is adapted from a novel.