Lost Horizon
1973, English. Directed by Charles Jarrott.
Come to Shangri-La! Come to a new world of music, a new world of adventure, and a new world of love!
While escaping war-torn China, a group of Europeans crash in the Himalayas, where they are rescued and taken to the mysterious Valley of the Blue Moon, Shangri-La.
- Runtime
- 2h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Where to watch Lost Horizon
Lost Horizon isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Charles JarrottDirector
- Peter FinchRichard Conway
- Liv UllmannCatherine
- Sally KellermanSally Hughes
- George KennedySam Cornelius
- Michael YorkGeorge Conway
- Olivia HusseyMaria
- Bobby VanHarry Lovett
- James ShigetaBrother To-Lenn
- Charles BoyerThe High Lama
- John GielgudChang
- Kent SmithBill Fergunson
- John van DreelenDr. Verden
Details
- Released
- 14 March 1973
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Larry Kramer
- Budget
- $5.9M
- Box office
- $3.8M
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What Lost Horizon is based on
Lost Horizon is based on Lost Horizon, a 1933 novel by James Hilton, published by Macmillan Publishers.
Novel · 1933
Lost Horizon
By James Hilton
Published by Macmillan Publishers
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Lost Horizon: quick answers
Is Lost Horizon worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.4/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Lost Horizon?
Lost Horizon runs 147 minutes (2h 27m).
Does Lost Horizon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Lost Horizon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Lost Horizon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Lost Horizon is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Lost Horizon on?
Lost Horizon isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Lost Horizon?
If you liked Lost Horizon, try The Twilight Saga: New Moon, The Darkest Minds, Cinderella.
Who directed Lost Horizon?
Lost Horizon (1973) was directed by Charles Jarrott and stars Peter Finch, Liv Ullmann, Sally Kellerman.
What is Lost Horizon based on?
Lost Horizon is based on Lost Horizon, a 1933 novel by James Hilton, published by Macmillan Publishers.