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Michael Collins

1996·Movie·R·132 min·6.9(518)

Ireland, 1916. His Dreams Inspired Hope. His Words Ignited Passion. His Courage Forged A Nation's Destiny.

Michael Collins plays a crucial role in the establishment of the Irish Free State in the 1920s, but becomes vilified by those hoping to create a completely independent Irish republic.

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About Michael Collins

Michael Collins is a 1996 English-language war, drama and thriller film directed by Neil Jordan. The cast is led by Liam Neeson, Aidan Quinn, Stephen Rea. It has a runtime of 2h 12m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Michael Collins was produced by Geffen Pictures and Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland and made in Ireland and United Kingdom. It was released on October 25, 1996, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $25 million, it went on to gross $17 million worldwide.

Director
Neil Jordan
Writers
Neil Jordan
Release date
October 25, 1996
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
Ireland, United Kingdom
Budget
$25 million
Box office
$17 million
Production
Geffen Pictures, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
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Michael Collins cast & crew

Michael Collins was directed by Neil Jordan and written by Neil Jordan.

The cast features Liam Neeson as Michael Collins, Aidan Quinn as Harry Roland, Stephen Rea as Ned Broy, Alan Rickman as Eamon de Valera, Julia Roberts as Kitty Kiernan, and Ian Hart as Joe O'Reilly.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Elliot Goldenthal, cinematography is by Chris Menges, and it was produced by Stephen Woolley.

Is Michael Collins worth watching?

Michael Collins holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 518 ratings, a solidly received war films.

At 2h 12m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy war, drama, and thriller, Michael Collins is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Michael Collins

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Cast of Michael Collins

Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson

Michael Collins

Aidan Quinn

Aidan Quinn

Harry Roland

Stephen Rea

Stephen Rea

Ned Broy

Alan Rickman

Alan Rickman

Eamon de Valera

Julia Roberts

Julia Roberts

Kitty Kiernan

Ian Hart

Ian Hart

Joe O'Reilly

Brendan Gleeson

Brendan Gleeson

Liam Tobin

Stuart Graham

Stuart Graham

Tom Cullen

Sean McGinley

Sean McGinley

Smith

Gerard McSorley

Gerard McSorley

Cathal Brugha

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Collin's Assassin

Charles Dance

Charles Dance

Soames

Michael Collins — FAQs

Where can I watch Michael Collins in United States?

Michael Collins 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 Michael Collins in?

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

How long is Michael Collins?

Michael Collins runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).

What is Michael Collins rated?

Michael Collins is rated R. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 518 ratings.

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