Fiddler on the Roof(1971)
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Overview
In a pre-revolutionary Russia, a poor Jewish milkman struggles with the challenges of a changing world as his daughters fall in love and antisemitism grows.
Director
Norman Jewison
Studio
United Artists
Budget
$9M
Revenue
$83M
Cast
Chaim Topol
as Tevye
Norma Crane
as Golde
Leonard Frey
as Motel
Molly Picon
as Yente
Paul Mann
as Lazar Wolf
Rosalind Harris
as Tzeitel
Michele Marsh
as Hodel
Neva Small
as Chava
Paul Michael Glaser
as Perchik
Ray Lovelock
as Fyedka
Elaine Edwards
as Shprintze
Candy Bonstein
as Bielke
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1971
Runtime
3h 1m
Language
Hebrew
Rating
7.8 / 10
Budget
$9M
Box Office
$83M
Production Companies
United Artists • Cartier Productions • The Mirisch Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Fiddler on the Roof?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Fiddler on the Roof (1971).
What is Fiddler on the Roof about?▼
In a pre-revolutionary Russia, a poor Jewish milkman struggles with the challenges of a changing world as his daughters fall in love and antisemitism grows.
Who directed Fiddler on the Roof?▼
Fiddler on the Roof was directed by Norman Jewison and released in 1971. It is a drama, romance film.
How long is Fiddler on the Roof?▼
Fiddler on the Roof has a runtime of 3 hours and 1 minutes (181 minutes total).
Who stars in Fiddler on the Roof?▼
The cast of Fiddler on the Roof includes Chaim Topol as Tevye, Norma Crane as Golde, Leonard Frey as Motel, Molly Picon as Yente, Paul Mann as Lazar Wolf and more.
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