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Manderlay

2005·Movie·NR·139 min·6.9(405)

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.

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SpainFilmin
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JapanU-NEXT, FODAmazon 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
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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

Bryce Dallas Howard

Grace Margaret Mulligan

Isaach de Bankolé

Isaach de Bankolé

Timothy

Danny Glover

Danny Glover

Wilhelm

Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe

Grace's Father

Michaël Abiteboul

Michaël Abiteboul

Thomas

Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall

Mam

Jean-Marc Barr

Jean-Marc Barr

Mr. Robinsson

Geoffrey Bateman

Geoffrey Bateman

Bertie

Virgile Bramly

Virgile Bramly

Edward

Ruben Brinkman

Ruben Brinkman

Bingo

Doña Croll

Doña Croll

Venus

Jeremy Davies

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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