
The English Patient(1996)
“In love, there are no boundaries.”
Overview
In the 1930s, Count Almásy is a Hungarian map maker employed by the Royal Geographical Society to chart the vast expanses of the Sahara Desert along with several other prominent explorers. As World War II unfolds, Almásy enters into a world of love, betrayal, and politics.
Director
Anthony Minghella
Studio
Miramax
Budget
$27M
Revenue
$232M
Cast

Ralph Fiennes
as Almásy

Juliette Binoche
as Hana

Willem Dafoe
as David Caravaggio

Kristin Scott Thomas
as Katharine Clifton

Naveen Andrews
as Sikh Kip

Colin Firth
as Geoffrey Clifton

Julian Wadham
as Madox

Torri Higginson
as Mary

Jürgen Prochnow
as Major Muller

Kevin Whately
as Sgt. Hardy

Clive Merrison
as Fenelon-Barnes

Nino Castelnuovo
as D'Agostino
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1996
Runtime
2h 42m
Language
German
Rating
7.1 / 10
Budget
$27M
Box Office
$232M
Production Companies
Miramax • The Saul Zaentz Company • Tiger Moth Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The English Patient?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The English Patient (1996).
What is The English Patient about?▼
In the 1930s, Count Almásy is a Hungarian map maker employed by the Royal Geographical Society to chart the vast expanses of the Sahara Desert along with several other prominent explorers. As World War II unfolds, Almásy enters into a world of love, betrayal, and politics.
Who directed The English Patient?▼
The English Patient was directed by Anthony Minghella and released in 1996. It is a drama, romance, war film.
How long is The English Patient?▼
The English Patient has a runtime of 2 hours and 42 minutes (162 minutes total).
Who stars in The English Patient?▼
The cast of The English Patient includes Ralph Fiennes as Almásy, Juliette Binoche as Hana, Willem Dafoe as David Caravaggio, Kristin Scott Thomas as Katharine Clifton, Naveen Andrews as Sikh Kip and more.
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