Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
Java, 1942 — A clash of cultures, a test of the human spirit.
Island of Java, 1942, during World War II. British Major Jack Celliers arrives at a Japanese prison camp, run by the strict Captain Yonoi. Colonel John Lawrence, who has a profound knowledge of Japanese culture, and Sergeant Hara, brutal and simpleton, will witness the struggle of wills between two men from very different backgrounds who are tragically destined to clash.
Where to Watch
You can check official streaming platforms for availability:
Movie Details
- Original Title: 戦場のメリークリスマス
- Genres: Drama, History, War
- Release Date: 1983-05-28
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Rating: 7.3/10 (477 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $2,306,560
- Production Companies: Recorded Picture Company, National Film Trustee Company, Antares-Nova, Oshima Productions, Broadbank Investments, Asahi Broadcasting Corporation
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.1694
- Languages: English, Japanese
Cast & Crew
David Bowie
as Celliers
Tom Conti
as Lawrence
Ryuichi Sakamoto
as Yonoi
Takeshi Kitano
as Hara
Jack Thompson
as Hicksley
Johnny Ohkura
as Kanemoto
Alistair Browning
as De Jong
James Malcolm
as Celliers' Brother
Chris Broun
as Celliers (12 Years)
Yuya Uchida
as Commandant of Military Prison
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Mark Kermode reviews Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence (1982) | BFI Player
Official Trailer
Trailer
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?▼
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence is a Drama, History, War movie directed by . It was released on 1983-05-28.
Who are the main actors in Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?▼
The main cast includes David Bowie, Tom Conti, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Takeshi Kitano, Jack Thompson, .
Where can I watch Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence is available.
Is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence based on a true story?▼
Java, 1942 — A clash of cultures, a test of the human spirit.
What is the IMDb rating of Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?▼
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence has an IMDb rating of 7.3/10 based on 477 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $2,306,560 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Recorded Picture Company, National Film Trustee Company, Antares-Nova, Oshima Productions, Broadbank Investments, Asahi Broadcasting Corporation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence filmed?▼
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?▼
The total runtime of Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence is 124 minutes.
Is Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence.
Does Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
Similar Movies
Victoria & Abdul
Scarface
Antonia's Line
A Few Good Men
Crash
The Best Years of Our Lives
Aparajito
Cool Hand Luke
Doctor Zhivago
The Great Dictator
Bullitt
The Great Love
Don't Look Now
The Murderers Are Among Us
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
The Phantom of the Opera
Paths of Glory
Seven Years in Tibet
The Bridge
Contempt