Manderlay
“Liberation. Whether they want it or not.”
In 1933, a young woman and her father discover an Alabama plantation whose inhabitants live as if slavery had never been abolished. Feeling a sense of duty to those behind the heavy gates, she stays to liberate the people and see them through their first harvest. With four of her father's colleagues and a lawyer, she faces the daunting task of resurrecting the place known as Manderlay.
Where to watch Manderlay in United States
MUBI
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Where is Manderlay streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | — |
| India | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | — |
| United Kingdom | Curzon Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | MUBI | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | Superfresh Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Canal VOD, Orange VOD, Sooner |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
| Brazil | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | — |
| Japan | U-NEXT, FOD | Amazon Video |
About Manderlay
Manderlay is a 2005 Danish-language drama film directed by Lars von Trier. The cast is led by Bryce Dallas Howard, Isaach de Bankolé, Danny Glover. It has a runtime of 2h 19m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel.
Manderlay was produced by Zentropa Entertainments, Isabella Films B.V., and Pain Unlimited Filmproduktion and made in Denmark and Finland. It was released on June 3, 2005, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $14 million, it went on to gross $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Lars von Trier
- Writers
- Lars von Trier
- Release date
- June 3, 2005
- Original language
- Danish
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Denmark, Finland
- Budget
- $14 million
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- Zentropa Entertainments, Isabella Films B.V., Pain Unlimited Filmproduktion
Manderlay cast & crew
Manderlay was directed by Lars von Trier and written by Lars von Trier.
The cast features Bryce Dallas Howard as Grace Margaret Mulligan, Isaach de Bankolé as Timothy, Danny Glover as Wilhelm, Willem Dafoe as Grace's Father, Michaël Abiteboul as Thomas, and Lauren Bacall as Mam.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Joachim Holbek, cinematography is by Anthony Dod Mantle, and it was produced by Vibeke Windeløv and Lene Børglum.
Is Manderlay worth watching?
Manderlay holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 405 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 2h 19m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, Manderlay is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Manderlay
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Cast of Manderlay
Bryce Dallas Howard
Grace Margaret Mulligan
Isaach de Bankolé
Timothy
Danny Glover
Wilhelm
Willem Dafoe
Grace's Father
Michaël Abiteboul
Thomas
Lauren Bacall
Mam
Jean-Marc Barr
Mr. Robinsson
Geoffrey Bateman
Bertie
Virgile Bramly
Edward
Ruben Brinkman
Bingo
Doña Croll
Venus
Jeremy Davies
Niels
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Manderlay — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Manderlay in United States?
Manderlay is streaming on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is Manderlay on MUBI?
Yes — Manderlay is currently available on MUBI in United States.
▸What language is Manderlay in?
Manderlay is originally in Danish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Manderlay?
Manderlay runs 2 hours 19 minutes (139 minutes).
▸What is Manderlay rated?
Manderlay is rated NR. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 405 ratings.
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