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Dorian Gray (2009)

โ€œForever Young. Forever Cursed.โ€

6.0/10 ยท 2,285 votes 1h 52m r FantasyThrillerDrama

#187 of 242 films from 2009 #889 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Oliver Parker ยท Written by Oscar Wilde, Toby Finlay

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Overview

Seduced into the decadent world of Lord Henry Wotton, handsome young aristocrat Dorian Gray becomes obsessed with maintaining his youthful appearance, and commissions a special portrait that will weather the winds of time while he remains forever young. When Gray's obsession spirals out of control, his desperate attempts to safeguard his secret turn his once-privileged life into a living hell.

Cast

Ben Barnesas Dorian Gray
Colin Firthas Lord Henry Wotton
Rebecca Hallas Emily Wotton
Emilia Foxas Lady Victoria Wotton
Ben Chaplinas Basil Hallward
Fiona Shawas Agatha
Caroline Goodallas Lady Radly
Maryam D'Aboas Gladys
Douglas Henshallas Alan Campbell
Rachel Hurd-Woodas Sibyl Vane
Max Ironsas Lucius
John Hollingworthas Patrol Policeman
Pip Torrensas Victor
Michael Culkinas Lord Radley

Facts

Release dateSeptember 9, 2009
Runtime112 min (1h 52m) โ€” about the same as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresFantasy, Thriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Box office$4,706,919
IMDbtt1235124

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Questions

How long is Dorian Gray?
Dorian Gray runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Is Dorian Gray worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6/10 across 2,285 votes, which places it #187 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 23%) and #889 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Dorian Gray?
Dorian Gray was directed by Oliver Parker. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Importance of Being Earnest (2002), Johnny English Reborn (2011), St Trinian's (2007).
Who stars in Dorian Gray?
Ben Barnes as Dorian Gray; Colin Firth as Lord Henry Wotton; Rebecca Hall as Emily Wotton; Emilia Fox as Lady Victoria Wotton; Ben Chaplin as Basil Hallward; Fiona Shaw as Agatha.
What is Dorian Gray rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Dorian Gray?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/49763.

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