Cast
Debra Winger
as Kit
John Malkovich
as Port
Campbell Scott
as Tunner
Jill Bennett
as Mrs. Lyle
Timothy Spall
as Eric Lyle
Eric Vu-An
as Belqassim
Amina Annabi
as Mahrnia
Philippe Morier-Genoud
as Captain Broussard
Sotigui Kouyaté
as Abdelkader
Tom Novembre
as French Immigration Officer
Mohamed Ben Smail
as Smail
Kamel Cherif
as Ticket Seller
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
2h 18m
Language
Arabic
Rating
6.5 / 10
Budget
$25M
Box Office
$2M
Production Companies
Recorded Picture Company • Aldrich Group • Film Trustees Ltd.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Sheltering Sky?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Sheltering Sky (1990).
What is The Sheltering Sky about?▼
An American couple drift toward emptiness in postwar North Africa.
Who directed The Sheltering Sky?▼
The Sheltering Sky was directed by Bernardo Bertolucci and released in 1990. It is a drama, adventure film.
How long is The Sheltering Sky?▼
The Sheltering Sky has a runtime of 2 hours and 18 minutes (138 minutes total).
Who stars in The Sheltering Sky?▼
The cast of The Sheltering Sky includes Debra Winger as Kit, John Malkovich as Port, Campbell Scott as Tunner, Jill Bennett as Mrs. Lyle, Timothy Spall as Eric Lyle and more.
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