Doctor Zhivago
1965, English. Directed by David Lean.
A Love Caught in the Fire of Revolution
The life of a Russian physician and poet who, although married to another, falls in love with a political activist's wife and experiences hardship during World War I and then the October Revolution.
- Runtime
- 3h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- David LeanDirector
- Omar SharifDr. Yuri Zhivago
- Julie ChristieLara Antipova
- Geraldine ChaplinTonya Gromeko
- Rod SteigerViktor Komarovsky
- Alec GuinnessGen. Yevgraf Zhivago
- Tom CourtenayPasha Antipov / Strelnikov
- Siobhán McKennaAnna
- Ralph RichardsonAlexander Gromeko
- Rita TushinghamThe Girl
- Adrienne CorriAmelia
- Bernard KayThe Bolshevik
- Geoffrey KeenMedical Professor
Details
- Released
- 22 December 1965
- Country
- Italy, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Bolt
- Budget
- $11M
- Box office
- $112M
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What Doctor Zhivago is based on
Doctor Zhivago is based on Doctor Zhivago, a 1957 novel by Boris Pasternak.
Novel · 1957
Doctor Zhivago
By Boris Pasternak
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Doctor Zhivago: quick answers
Is Doctor Zhivago worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 1,337 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Doctor Zhivago?
Doctor Zhivago runs 200 minutes (3h 20m).
Does Doctor Zhivago have a post-credits scene?
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Doctor Zhivago parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Doctor Zhivago is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Doctor Zhivago on?
Doctor Zhivago isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Doctor Zhivago?
If you liked Doctor Zhivago, try A Farewell to Arms, Private Peaceful, The History of Love.
Who directed Doctor Zhivago?
Doctor Zhivago (1965) was directed by David Lean and stars Omar Sharif, Julie Christie, Geraldine Chaplin.
What is Doctor Zhivago based on?
Doctor Zhivago is based on Doctor Zhivago, a 1957 novel by Boris Pasternak.