A Matter of Life and Death
Neither Heaven nor Earth could keep them apart!
A British wartime aviator who cheats death must argue for his life before a celestial court, hoping to prolong his fledgling romance with an American girl.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: A Matter of Life and Death
- Genres: Romance, Fantasy, Drama, Comedy
- Release Date: 1946-12-15
- Runtime: 104 minutes
- Rating: 7.8/10 (446 votes)
- Budget: $450,000
- Revenue: $1,750,000
- Production Companies: The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 7.1623
- Languages: English, French, Russian
Cast & Crew
David Niven
as Peter Carter
Kim Hunter
as June
Roger Livesey
as Doctor Reeves
Marius Goring
as Conductor 71
Robert Coote
as Bob Trubshawe
Kathleen Byron
as An Angel
Richard Attenborough
as An English Pilot
Bonar Colleano
as An American Pilot
Joan Maude
as Chief Recorder
Robert Atkins
as The Vicar
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Trailers & Clips
Actor Michael Sheen on why A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH is his favorite film | TCM
A Scene from A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH
Official 4K Restoration Trailer
The BFI podcast: A Matter of Life and Death | BFI
Mark Kermode reviews A Matter of Life and Death | BFI Player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Matter of Life and Death?▼
A Matter of Life and Death is a Romance, Fantasy, Drama, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1946-12-15.
Who are the main actors in A Matter of Life and Death?▼
The main cast includes David Niven, Kim Hunter, Roger Livesey, Marius Goring, Robert Coote, .
Where can I watch A Matter of Life and Death online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Matter of Life and Death is available.
Is A Matter of Life and Death based on a true story?▼
Neither Heaven nor Earth could keep them apart!
What is the IMDb rating of A Matter of Life and Death?▼
A Matter of Life and Death has an IMDb rating of 7.8/10 based on 446 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of A Matter of Life and Death?▼
The movie had a production budget of $450,000 and earned $1,750,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for A Matter of Life and Death?▼
The soundtrack was composed by The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was A Matter of Life and Death filmed?▼
A Matter of Life and Death was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is A Matter of Life and Death?▼
The total runtime of A Matter of Life and Death is 104 minutes.
Is A Matter of Life and Death suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to A Matter of Life and Death?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Matter of Life and Death.
Does A Matter of Life and Death have a post-credit scene?▼
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