Dead Poets Society (1989)
Movie 2h 9m ★ 8.3/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Dead Poets Society is a drama movie from 1989. It is directed by Peter Weir. The cast includes Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke and Norman Lloyd. The running time is 2h 9m. Audiences give it an excellent score of 8.3 out of 10.
71Tonight Score Very well rated, a classic.
Synopsis
At an elite, old-fashioned boarding school in New England, a passionate English teacher inspires his students to rebel against convention and seize the potential of every day, courting the disdain of the stern headmaster.
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Cast & crew
- Peter WeirDirector
- Robert Sean Leonardas Neil Perry
- Ethan Hawkeas Todd Anderson
- Norman Lloydas Mr. Nolan
- Dylan Kussmanas Richard Cameron
- Robin Williamsas John Keating
- Kurtwood Smithas Mr. Perry
- Josh Charlesas Knox Overstreet
- Gale Hansenas Charlie Dalton
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Questions about Dead Poets Society
- What genre is Dead Poets Society?
- Dead Poets Society is categorised as Drama.
- Who stars in Dead Poets Society?
- Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke, Norman Lloyd, Dylan Kussman, Robin Williams appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Dead Poets Society?
- Peter Weir directed Dead Poets Society.
- How long is Dead Poets Society?
- Dead Poets Society runs for 2h 9m (129 minutes).
- Is Dead Poets Society worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 8.3/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Dead Poets Society?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
