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Hannibal (2001)

“His genius undeniable. His evil unspeakable. His name...Hannibal.”

6.8/10 · 5,354 votes 2h 11m r ThrillerDramaCrime

#52 of 148 films from 2001 #800 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Ridley Scott · Written by David Mamet, Steven Zaillian, Thomas Harris

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Overview

After having successfully eluded the authorities for years, Hannibal peacefully lives in Italy in disguise as an art scholar. Trouble strikes again when he's discovered leaving a deserving few dead in the process. He returns to America to make contact with now disgraced Agent Clarice Starling, who is suffering the wrath of a malicious FBI rival as well as the media.

Cast

Anthony Hopkinsas Dr. Hannibal Lecter
Julianne Mooreas Clarice M. Starling
Gary Oldmanas Mason Verger
Ray Liottaas Paul Krendler
Giancarlo Gianninias Insp. Renaldo Pazzi
Željko Ivanekas Dr. Cordell Doemling
Frankie Faisonas Barney Matthews
Francesca Nerias Allegra Pazzi
Hazelle Goodmanas Evelda Drumgo
David Andrewsas FBI Agent Pearsall
Francis Guinanas FBI Asst. Director Noonan
James Opheras DEA Agent John Eldridge
Enrico Lo Versoas Gnocco
Ivano Marescottias Carlo

Facts

Release dateFebruary 8, 2001
Runtime131 min (2h 11m) — longer as the 2001 average of 111 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$87,000,000
Box office$351,692,268 (4.0× budget)
IMDbtt0212985

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Questions

How long is Hannibal?
Hannibal runs 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Is Hannibal worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 5,354 votes, which places it #52 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 66%) and #800 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Hannibal?
Hannibal was directed by Ridley Scott. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Gladiator (2000), Alien (1979), Blade Runner (1982).
Who stars in Hannibal?
Anthony Hopkins as Dr. Hannibal Lecter; Julianne Moore as Clarice M. Starling; Gary Oldman as Mason Verger; Ray Liotta as Paul Krendler; Giancarlo Giannini as Insp. Renaldo Pazzi; Željko Ivanek as Dr. Cordell Doemling.
What is Hannibal rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Hannibal?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1997.

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