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Cold Mountain (2003)

“Find your way home.”

6.9/10 · 2,037 votes 2h 34m r AdventureRomanceDramaHistoryWar

#57 of 156 films from 2003 #653 of 1617 in adventure

Directed by Anthony Minghella · Written by Anthony Minghella, Charles Frazier

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Overview

In this classic story of love and devotion set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, a wounded Confederate soldier named W.P. Inman deserts his unit and travels across the South, aiming to return to his young wife, Ada, who he left behind to tend their farm. As Inman makes his perilous journey home, Ada struggles to keep their home intact with the assistance of Ruby, a mysterious drifter sent to help her by a kindly neighbor.

Cast

Jude Lawas Inman
Nicole Kidmanas Ada Monroe
Renée Zellwegeras Ruby Thewes
Eileen Atkinsas Maddy
Brendan Gleesonas Stobrod Thewes
Philip Seymour Hoffmanas Reverend Veasey
Natalie Portmanas Sara
Giovanni Ribisias Junior
Donald Sutherlandas Reverend Monroe
Ray Winstoneas Teague
Kathy Bakeras Sally Swanger
James Gammonas Esco Swanger
Charlie Hunnamas Bosie
Jack Whiteas Georgia

Facts

Release dateDecember 24, 2003
Runtime154 min (2h 34m) — longer as the 2003 average of 107 min
GenresAdventure, Romance, Drama, History, War
LanguageEN
Budget$79,000,000
Box office$173,013,509 (2.2× budget)
IMDbtt0159365

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Questions

How long is Cold Mountain?
Cold Mountain runs 154 minutes (2h 34m), which is long for a adventure — plan for it.
Is Cold Mountain worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 2,037 votes, which places it #57 of 156 films released in 2003 in this index (top 64%) and #653 among 1617 adventure titles.
Who directed Cold Mountain?
Cold Mountain was directed by Anthony Minghella. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999), The English Patient (1996).
Who stars in Cold Mountain?
Jude Law as Inman; Nicole Kidman as Ada Monroe; Renée Zellweger as Ruby Thewes; Eileen Atkins as Maddy; Brendan Gleeson as Stobrod Thewes; Philip Seymour Hoffman as Reverend Veasey.
What is Cold Mountain rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Cold Mountain?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/15008.

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