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The Libertine (2004)

โ€œHe didn't resist temptation. He pursued it.โ€

5.9/10 ยท 501 votes 1h 54m r RomanceDrama

#153 of 179 films from 2004 #1233 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Laurence Dunmore ยท Written by Stephen Jeffreys

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Overview

The story of John Wilmot, a.k.a. the Earl of Rochester, a 17th century poet who famously drank and debauched his way to an early grave, only to earn posthumous critical acclaim for his life's work.

Cast

Johnny Deppas Rochester
Samantha Mortonas Elizabeth Barry
John Malkovichas Charles II
Rosamund Pikeas Elizabeth Malet
Paul Ritteras Chiffinch
Stanley Townsendas Keown
Francesca Annisas Countess
Tom Hollanderas Etherege
Johnny Vegasas Sackville
Richard Coyleas Alcock
Tom Burkeas Vaughan
Hugh Sachsas Ratcliffe
Rupert Friendas Downs
Kelly Reillyas Jane

Facts

Release dateSeptember 16, 2004
Runtime114 min (1h 54m) โ€” about the same as the 2004 average of 106 min
GenresRomance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$11,000,000
Box office$10,900,000 (1.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0375920

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Questions

How long is The Libertine?
The Libertine runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Is The Libertine worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.9/10 across 501 votes, which places it #153 of 179 films released in 2004 in this index (top 15%) and #1233 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed The Libertine?
The Libertine was directed by Laurence Dunmore.
Who stars in The Libertine?
Johnny Depp as Rochester; Samantha Morton as Elizabeth Barry; John Malkovich as Charles II; Rosamund Pike as Elizabeth Malet; Paul Ritter as Chiffinch; Stanley Townsend as Keown.
What is The Libertine rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Libertine?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/17608.

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