Lincoln(2012)
“The hours that changed history.”
Overview
The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.
Director
Steven Spielberg
Studio
DreamWorks Pictures
Budget
$65M
Revenue
$275M
Cast
Daniel Day-Lewis
as Abraham Lincoln
Sally Field
as Mary Todd Lincoln
David Strathairn
as William Seward
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
as Robert Lincoln
James Spader
as W.N. Bilbo
Hal Holbrook
as Preston Blair
Tommy Lee Jones
as Thaddeus Stevens
John Hawkes
as Robert Latham
Jackie Earle Haley
as Alexander Stephens
Bruce McGill
as Edwin Stanton
Tim Blake Nelson
as Richard Schell
Joseph Cross
as John Hay
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2012
Runtime
2h 30m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Budget
$65M
Box Office
$275M
Production Companies
DreamWorks Pictures • Reliance Entertainment • Participant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Lincoln?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Lincoln (2012).
What is Lincoln about?▼
The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.
Who directed Lincoln?▼
Lincoln was directed by Steven Spielberg and released in 2012. It is a history, drama film.
How long is Lincoln?▼
Lincoln has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes total).
Who stars in Lincoln?▼
The cast of Lincoln includes Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln, Sally Field as Mary Todd Lincoln, David Strathairn as William Seward, Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Robert Lincoln, James Spader as W.N. Bilbo and more.
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