
The Historian
2014, English. Directed by Miles Doleac.
A troubled, young history professor tries to escape his past by taking a job at a new university, where he struggles with an entrenched and equally-troubled department chair, rampant student apathy, and new relationships that complicate and challenge his world-view.
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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The Historian is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Miles DoleacDirector
- William SadlerValerian Hadley
- Colin CunninghamChris Fletcher
- Glynnis O'ConnorDean Jan Messer
- Leticia JimenezStacey Castillo
- John CullumBrigston Hadley
- Miles DoleacBen Rhodes
- Mike MayhallPolice Officer
- Michael EmeryStephen
- Lindsay Anne WilliamsCast
- Scotty WhitehurstCast
- David SimpsonCast
- Kristine SamuelsonCast
Details
- Released
- 7 November 2014
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Miles Doleac
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How long is The Historian?
The Historian runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
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Which OTT platform is The Historian on?
The Historian is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Historian?
If you liked The Historian, try The Girl in the Book, Home, Home Run.
Who directed The Historian?
The Historian (2014) was directed by Miles Doleac and stars William Sadler, Colin Cunningham, Glynnis O'Connor.