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Velvet Goldmine(1998)

2h 3mDrama, MusicEnglish
6.9/10
544 user ratings

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Overview

Almost a decade since larger-than-life glam-rock enigma Brian Slade disappeared from public eye, an investigative journalist is on assignment to uncover the truth behind his former idol.

Director

Todd Haynes

Studio

Zenith Entertainment

Budget

$9M

Revenue

$4M

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Cast

Ewan McGregor

Ewan McGregor

as Curt Wild

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

as Brian Slade

Toni Collette

Toni Collette

as Mandy Slade

Christian Bale

Christian Bale

as Arthur Stuart

Suzy Eddie Izzard

Suzy Eddie Izzard

as Jerry Devine

Emily Woof

Emily Woof

as Shannon

Michael Feast

Michael Feast

as Cecil

Janet McTeer

Janet McTeer

as Female Narrator (voice)

Mairead McKinley

as Wilde Housemaid

Luke Morgan Oliver

as Oscar Wilde (8)

Osheen Jones

as Jack Fairy (7)

Micko Westmoreland

as Jack Fairy

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Movie Facts

Release Year

1998

Runtime

2h 3m

Language

English

Rating

6.9 / 10

Budget

$9M

Box Office

$4M

Production Companies

Zenith Entertainment • Killer Films • Single Cell Pictures

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Velvet Goldmine?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Velvet Goldmine (1998).

What is Velvet Goldmine about?

Almost a decade since larger-than-life glam-rock enigma Brian Slade disappeared from public eye, an investigative journalist is on assignment to uncover the truth behind his former idol.

Who directed Velvet Goldmine?

Velvet Goldmine was directed by Todd Haynes and released in 1998. It is a drama, music film.

How long is Velvet Goldmine?

Velvet Goldmine has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).

Who stars in Velvet Goldmine?

The cast of Velvet Goldmine includes Ewan McGregor as Curt Wild, Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Brian Slade, Toni Collette as Mandy Slade, Christian Bale as Arthur Stuart, Suzy Eddie Izzard as Jerry Devine and more.

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