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The Sound of Music

The Sound of Music

The happiest sound in all the world!

In the years before World War II, a tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey is hired as a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Sound of Music
  • Genres: Drama, Family, Music, Romance
  • Release Date: 1965-03-29
  • Runtime: 174 minutes
  • Rating: 7.7/10 (3486 votes)
  • Budget: $8,200,000
  • Revenue: $286,214,286
  • Production Companies: Robert Wise Productions, Argyle Enterprises, 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.6091
  • Languages: English, German

Cast & Crew

Julie Andrews

Julie Andrews

as Maria

Christopher Plummer

Christopher Plummer

as Captain Georg von Trapp

Eleanor Parker

Eleanor Parker

as The Baroness

Charmian Carr

Charmian Carr

as Liesl von Trapp

Nicholas Hammond

Nicholas Hammond

as Friedrich von Trapp

Heather Menzies

Heather Menzies

as Louisa von Trapp

Angela Cartwright

Angela Cartwright

as Brigitta von Trapp

Debbie Turner

Debbie Turner

as Marta von Trapp

Kym Karath

Kym Karath

as Gretl von Trapp

Duane Chase

Duane Chase

as Kurt von Trapp

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Official International 4K Trailer

Agnès Varda & Jacques Demy on 'The Sound of Music' (from 'Viva Varda!' - 2023)

Sing-A-Long (Official Trailer)

60 Iconic Moments from The Sound of Music I Celebrating Its 60th Anniversary in 2025!

"Edelweiss" ft. Christopher Plummer's Original Vocals

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sound of Music?

The Sound of Music is a Drama, Family, Music, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1965-03-29.

Who are the main actors in The Sound of Music?

The main cast includes Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker, Charmian Carr, Nicholas Hammond, .

Where can I watch The Sound of Music online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Sound of Music is available.

Is The Sound of Music based on a true story?

The happiest sound in all the world!

What is the IMDb rating of The Sound of Music?

The Sound of Music has an IMDb rating of 7.7/10 based on 3486 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Sound of Music?

The movie had a production budget of $8,200,000 and earned $286,214,286 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Sound of Music?

The soundtrack was composed by Robert Wise Productions, Argyle Enterprises, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Sound of Music filmed?

The Sound of Music was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Sound of Music?

The total runtime of The Sound of Music is 174 minutes.

Is The Sound of Music suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Sound of Music?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Sound of Music.

Does The Sound of Music have a post-credit scene?

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

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