Seven Years in Tibet
1997, English. Directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud.
At the end of the world his real journey began.
Austrian mountaineer Heinrich Harrer journeys to the Himalayas without his family to head an expedition in 1939. But when World War II breaks out, the arrogant Harrer falls into Allied forces' hands as a prisoner of war. He escapes with a fellow detainee and makes his way to Lhasa, Tibet, where he meets the 14-year-old Dalai Lama, whose friendship ultimately transforms his outlook on life.
- Runtime
- 2h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Seven Years in Tibet is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jean-Jacques AnnaudDirector
- Brad PittHeinrich Harrer
- Jamyang Jamtsho WangchukDalai Lama, 14 Years Old
- David ThewlisPeter Aufschnaiter
- BD WongNgawang Jigme
- MakoKungo Tsarong
- Lhakpa TsamchoePema Lhaki
- Ingeborga DapkūnaitėIngrid Harrer
- Duncan FraserBritish Officer
- Danny DenzongpaRegent
- Victor WongChinese 'Amban'
- Jetsun PemaGreat Mother
- Ama Ashe DongtseTashi
Details
- Released
- 12 September 1997
- Country
- United States of America, France
- Written by
- Becky Johnston
- Budget
- $70M
- Box office
- $131M
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What Seven Years in Tibet is based on
Seven Years in Tibet is based on Seven Years in Tibet, a 1952 memoir or autobiography by Heinrich Harrer.
Memoir or autobiography · 1952
Seven Years in Tibet
By Heinrich Harrer
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Seven Years in Tibet: quick answers
Is Seven Years in Tibet worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 3,257 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Seven Years in Tibet?
Seven Years in Tibet runs 136 minutes (2h 16m).
Does Seven Years in Tibet have a post-credits scene?
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Seven Years in Tibet parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Seven Years in Tibet is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Seven Years in Tibet on?
Seven Years in Tibet is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Seven Years in Tibet?
If you liked Seven Years in Tibet, try Tenzing, Everest, The Way Back.
Who directed Seven Years in Tibet?
Seven Years in Tibet (1997) was directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud and stars Brad Pitt, Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk, David Thewlis.
What is Seven Years in Tibet based on?
Seven Years in Tibet is based on Seven Years in Tibet, a 1952 memoir or autobiography by Heinrich Harrer.