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Alexander

2004·Movie·R·176 min·6.0(3,517)

The greatest legend of all was real

Alexander, the King of Macedonia, leads his legions against the giant Persian Empire. After defeating the Persians, he leads his army across the then known world, venturing farther than any westerner had ever gone, all the way to India.

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About Alexander

Alexander is a 2004 English-language war, history and action film directed by Oliver Stone. The cast is led by Colin Farrell, Angelina Jolie, Val Kilmer. It has a runtime of 2h 56m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 3500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Alexander was produced by Intermedia Films, IMF Internationale Medien und Film 3 & Produktions, and Gordian Productions and made in France and Germany. It was released on November 21, 2004, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $155 million, it went on to gross $167 million worldwide.

Director
Oliver Stone
Writers
Oliver Stone, Christopher Kyle, Laeta Kalogridis
Release date
November 21, 2004
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
France, Germany
Budget
$155 million
Box office
$167 million
Production
Intermedia Films, IMF Internationale Medien und Film 3 & Produktions, Gordian Productions
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Alexander cast & crew

Alexander was directed by Oliver Stone and written by Oliver Stone, Christopher Kyle, and Laeta Kalogridis.

The cast features Colin Farrell as Alexander, Angelina Jolie as Olympias, Val Kilmer as Philip, Jared Leto as Hephaistion, Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Cassander, and Anthony Hopkins as Old Ptolemy.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Vangelis, cinematography is by Rodrigo Prieto, and it was produced by Aslan Nadery and Oliver Stone.

Is Alexander worth watching?

Alexander holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 3,517 ratings, a solidly received war films.

At 2h 56m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy war, history, and action, Alexander is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Alexander

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Cast of Alexander

Colin Farrell

Colin Farrell

Alexander

Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie

Olympias

Val Kilmer

Val Kilmer

Philip

Jared Leto

Jared Leto

Hephaistion

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Cassander

Anthony Hopkins

Anthony Hopkins

Old Ptolemy

Jessie Kamm

Jessie Kamm

Young Alexander

Christopher Plummer

Christopher Plummer

Aristotle

Connor Paolo

Connor Paolo

Young Alexander

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Patrick Carroll

Young Hephaistion

Peter Williamson

Peter Williamson

Young Nearchus

Morgan Christopher Ferris

Morgan Christopher Ferris

Young Cassander

Alexander — FAQs

Where can I watch Alexander in United States?

Alexander is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is Alexander in?

Alexander is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Alexander?

Alexander runs 2 hours 56 minutes (176 minutes).

What is Alexander rated?

Alexander is rated R. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 3,517 ratings.

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