Apocalypse Now
Runtime
147 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Apocalypse Now (1979)

American Movie1979Rating 8.3
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A descent into madness unfolds as Captain Willard navigates a river of horrors toward his impossible target in Apocalypse Now. The closer he draws to Colonel Kurtz, the thinner the line becomes between hunter and hunted, between soldier and savage. What begins as a military operation transforms into an odyssey through the soul of war itself, where the true apocalypse isn't the violence around him—it's the revelation of what humanity becomes when morality dissolves.

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Runtime
147 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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⭐ 88/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-05-17
IMDb8.4/10769.2K votes84
Rotten Tomatoes91%91
Metacritic94/10094
TMDB8.3/109.1K votes82.7
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DirectorFrancis Ford Coppola
WritingJohn MiliusFrancis Ford Coppola
CastMartin SheenMarlon BrandoFrederic ForrestAlbert HallLaurence Fishburne
ProductionFrancis Ford Coppola
MusicCarmine CoppolaWalter MurchJay Miracle
CinematographyVittorio StoraroEfren LapidJosh Weiner

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🚀Blockbuster4.76x
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The release delivered $150M against a reported budget of $31.5M to finish with a positive commercial result based on its return multiple.
💹 Return multiple: 4.76x📈 ROI: +376%🧾 Blockbuster
💰Budget
$31.5M31.5 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$150M150 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🚀Commercial gap
+$118.5M+118.5 million USD
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4.76x4.76x
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Budget
$31.5M
Revenue
$150M
Commercial gap
+$118.5M
Budget: $31.5M • Revenue: $150M • Commercial gap: +$118.5M ROI +376%
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Director: Francis Ford Coppola

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1Where can I watch Apocalypse Now?
The film is available on multiple streaming platforms including Prime Video, Max, MUBI, and Pluto TV, giving you several options to watch this classic masterpiece. Choose the platform that best suits your subscription.
2Is Apocalypse Now suitable for families and children?
No, Apocalypse Now is an adult-oriented war drama that contains intense violence and brutal war scenes. It is recommended for mature audiences and older teenagers who can handle heavy dramatic content.
3Who directed the film and what is its duration?
The film is directed by the legendary Francis Ford Coppola and has a runtime of 147 minutes (approximately 2 hours and 27 minutes). Released in 1979, it is considered one of the greatest war films in cinema history.
4What is the film's plot in brief?
The story follows Captain Willard, sent by the American military on an impossible mission through a river of death into the heart of a desolate paradise. The film chronicles his psychological struggle as he moves toward an apocalyptic mission that transforms his past into an inescapable nightmare.
5Who are the main cast members?
Martin Sheen leads the film as Captain Willard, alongside the legendary Marlon Brando in a pivotal role. Frederic Forrest, Albert Hall, and Laurence Fishburne round out the cast in crucial supporting roles in this dramatic epic.
6Why is this film considered a great classic?
Apocalypse Now is a cinematic masterpiece due to Francis Ford Coppola's visionary direction, exceptional cinematography, and powerful performances especially from Marlon Brando. The film uniquely blends deep psychological drama with the reality of war in an unprecedented way.

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