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A Clockwork Orange (1971)

โ€œBeing the adventures of a young man whose principal interests are rape, ultra-violence and Beethoven.โ€

8.2/10 ยท 14,099 votes 2h 17m nc-17 Science-fictionCrime

#1 of 28 films from 1971 #16 of 1134 in science-fiction

Directed by Stanley Kubrick ยท Written by Stanley Kubrick, Anthony Burgess

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Overview

In a near-future Britain, young Alexander DeLarge and his pals get their kicks beating and raping anyone they please. When not destroying the lives of others, Alex swoons to the music of Beethoven. The state, eager to crack down on juvenile crime, gives an incarcerated Alex the option to undergo an invasive procedure that'll rob him of all personal agency. In a time when conscience is a commodity, can Alex change his tune?

Cast

Malcolm McDowellas Alex
Patrick Mageeas Mr. Alexander
Carl Dueringas Dr. Brodsky
Michael Batesas Chief Guard
Warren Clarkeas Dim
James Marcusas Georgie
Michael Tarnas Pete
Miriam Karlinas Catlady
Adrienne Corrias Mrs. Alexander
Sheila Raynoras Mum
Philip Stoneas Dad
Aubrey Morrisas Deltoid
Clive Francisas Lodger
John Cliveas Stage Actor

Facts

Release dateOctober 28, 1971
Runtime137 min (2h 17m) โ€” longer as the 1971 average of 111 min
GenresScience-fiction, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$2,200,000
Box office$27,033,812 (12.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0066921

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Questions

How long is A Clockwork Orange?
A Clockwork Orange runs 137 minutes (2h 17m).
Is A Clockwork Orange worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.2/10 across 14,099 votes, which places it #1 of 28 films released in 1971 in this index (top 100%) and #16 among 1134 science-fiction titles.
Who directed A Clockwork Orange?
A Clockwork Orange was directed by Stanley Kubrick. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Paths of Glory (1957), The Shining (1980), Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964).
Who stars in A Clockwork Orange?
Malcolm McDowell as Alex; Patrick Magee as Mr. Alexander; Carl Duering as Dr. Brodsky; Michael Bates as Chief Guard; Warren Clarke as Dim; James Marcus as Georgie.
What is A Clockwork Orange rated?
It carries a nc-17 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for A Clockwork Orange?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8454.

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