Wittgenstein
1993, English. Directed by Derek Jarman.
If people never did silly things nothing intelligent would ever get done.
A dramatization, in modern theatrical style, of the life and thought of the Viennese-born, Cambridge-educated philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein, whose principal interest was the nature and limits of language. A series of sketches depict the unfolding of his life from boyhood, through the era of the first World War, to his eventual Cambridge professorship and association with Bertrand Russell and John Maynard Keynes. The emphasis in these sketches is on the exposition of the ideas of Wittgenstein, a homosexual, and an intuitive, moody, proud, and perfectionistic thinker generally regarded as a genius.
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 92 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Wittgenstein
Wittgenstein is streaming on Kino Film Collection and BFI Player in India.
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Cast & crew
- Derek JarmanDirector
- Clancy ChassayYoung Wittgenstein
- Karl JohnsonLudwig Wittgenstein
- Michael GoughBetrand Russell
- Tilda SwintonLady Ottoline Morrell
- Kevin CollinsJohnny
- Nabil ShabanMartian
- Sally DexterHermine Wittgenstein
- Lynn SeymourLydia Lopokova
- Jill BalconLeopoldine Wittgenstein
- Gina MarshGretyl Wittgenstein
- Vanya Del BorgoHelene Wittgenstein
- Ben ScantleburyHans Wittgenstein
Details
- Released
- 26 March 1993
- Country
- Japan, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Derek Jarman, Terry Eagleton, Ken Butler
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Wittgenstein: quick answers
Is Wittgenstein worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 92 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Wittgenstein?
Wittgenstein runs 72 minutes (1h 12m).
Does Wittgenstein have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Wittgenstein. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Wittgenstein parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Wittgenstein is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Wittgenstein on?
Wittgenstein is streaming on Kino Film Collection and BFI Player in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Wittgenstein?
If you liked Wittgenstein, try Caravaggio, Jubilee, Blue.
Who directed Wittgenstein?
Wittgenstein (1993) was directed by Derek Jarman and stars Clancy Chassay, Karl Johnson, Michael Gough.