Chariots of Fire
1981, English. Directed by Hugh Hudson.
This is the story of two men who run, not to run, but to prove something to the world. They will sacrifice anything to achieve their goals... except their honor.
In the class-obsessed and religiously divided UK of the early 1920s, two determined young runners train for the 1924 Paris Olympics. Eric Liddell, a devout Christian born to Scottish missionaries in China, sees running as part of his worship of God's glory and refuses to train or compete on the Sabbath. Harold Abrahams overcomes anti-Semitism and class bias, but neglects his beloved sweetheart in his single-minded quest.
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 1,092 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Chariots of Fire
Chariots of Fire is streaming on Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- Hugh HudsonDirector
- Ben CrossHarold Abrahams
- Ian CharlesonEric Liddell
- Cheryl CampbellJennie Liddell
- Alice KrigeSybil Gordon
- Nigel HaversLord Andrew Lindsay
- Ian HolmSam Mussabini
- Nicholas FarrellAubrey Montague
- Daniel GerrollHenry Stallard
- John GielgudMaster of Trinity
- Lindsay AndersonMaster of Caius
- Nigel DavenportLord Birkenhead
- Dennis ChristopherCharles Paddock
Details
- Released
- 15 May 1981
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Colin Welland
- Budget
- $5.5M
- Box office
- $59M
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What Chariots of Fire is based on
Chariots of Fire is based on a true story.
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Chariots of Fire: quick answers
Is Chariots of Fire worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 1,092 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Chariots of Fire?
Chariots of Fire runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Does Chariots of Fire have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Chariots of Fire. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Chariots of Fire parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Chariots of Fire is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Chariots of Fire on?
Chariots of Fire is streaming on Howdy in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Chariots of Fire?
If you liked Chariots of Fire, try The Boys in the Boat, Seabiscuit, Race.
Who directed Chariots of Fire?
Chariots of Fire (1981) was directed by Hugh Hudson and stars Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, Cheryl Campbell.
What is Chariots of Fire based on?
Chariots of Fire is based on a true story.