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Twilight (2008)

โ€œWhen you can live forever, what do you live for?โ€

6.3/10 ยท 14,692 votes 2h 2m pg-13 FantasyRomanceDrama

#136 of 219 films from 2008 #723 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Catherine Hardwicke ยท Written by Melissa Rosenberg, Stephenie Meyer

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Overview

When Bella Swan moves to a small town in the Pacific Northwest, she falls in love with Edward Cullen, a mysterious classmate who reveals himself to be a 108-year-old vampire. Despite Edward's repeated cautions, Bella can't stay away from him, a fatal move that endangers her own life.

Cast

Kristen Stewartas Bella Swan
Robert Pattinsonas Edward Cullen
Billy Burkeas Charlie Swan
Peter Facinellias Dr. Carlisle Cullen
Elizabeth Reaseras Esme Cullen
Cam Gigandetas James
Ashley Greeneas Alice Cullen
Anna Kendrickas Jessica
Nikki Reedas Rosalie
Taylor Lautneras Jacob Black
Kellan Lutzas Emmet Cullen
Jackson Rathboneas Jasper
Michael Welchas Mike Newton
Gil Birminghamas Billy Black

Facts

Release dateNovember 20, 2008
Runtime122 min (2h 2m) โ€” longer as the 2008 average of 104 min
GenresFantasy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$37,000,000
Box office$393,616,788 (10.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt1099212

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Questions

How long is Twilight?
Twilight runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Is Twilight worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 14,692 votes, which places it #136 of 219 films released in 2008 in this index (top 38%) and #723 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Twilight?
Twilight was directed by Catherine Hardwicke. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Miss You Already (2015), Lords of Dogtown (2005), Thirteen (2003).
Who stars in Twilight?
Kristen Stewart as Bella Swan; Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen; Billy Burke as Charlie Swan; Peter Facinelli as Dr. Carlisle Cullen; Elizabeth Reaser as Esme Cullen; Cam Gigandet as James.
What is Twilight rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Twilight?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/181.

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