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A Brief History of Time

A Brief History of Time

This shows physicist Stephen Hawking's life as he deals with the ALS that renders him immobile and unable to speak without the use of a computer. Hawking's friends, family, classmates, and peers are interviewed not only about his theories but the man himself.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: A Brief History of Time
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 1991-10-01
  • Runtime: 80 minutes
  • Rating: 7.2/10 (118 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $2,279,692
  • Production Companies: TBS, ITV, NBC, Triton Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4111
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Stephen Hawking

Stephen Hawking

as Self

Isobel Hawking

Isobel Hawking

as Self - Stephen Hawking's Mother

Janet Humphrey

Janet Humphrey

as Self - Stephen Hawking's Aunt

Mary Hawking

Mary Hawking

as Self - Stephen Hawking's Sister

Basil King

Basil King

as Self - Childhood Friend

Derek Powney

Derek Powney

as Self - Oxford Classmate

Norman Dix

Norman Dix

as

Robert Berman

Robert Berman

as Self - Stephen Hawking's Tutor

Gordon Berry

Gordon Berry

as

Roger Penrose

Roger Penrose

as

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

A Brief History of Time - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

based on novel or bookphysicsbiographytimeblack holeuniversecosmologyoxford universitymotor neuron diseasealscambridge university

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Brief History of Time?

A Brief History of Time is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1991-10-01.

Who are the main actors in A Brief History of Time?

The main cast includes Stephen Hawking, Isobel Hawking, Janet Humphrey, Mary Hawking, Basil King, .

Where can I watch A Brief History of Time online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Brief History of Time is available.

Is A Brief History of Time based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of A Brief History of Time?

A Brief History of Time has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 118 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of A Brief History of Time?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $2,279,692 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for A Brief History of Time?

The soundtrack was composed by TBS, ITV, NBC, Triton Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was A Brief History of Time filmed?

A Brief History of Time was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is A Brief History of Time?

The total runtime of A Brief History of Time is 80 minutes.

Is A Brief History of Time suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to A Brief History of Time?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Brief History of Time.

Does A Brief History of Time have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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