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Limelight

Limelight

The masterpiece of laughter and tears from the master of comedy!

A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Limelight
  • Genres: Romance, Drama, Music
  • Release Date: 1952-10-16
  • Runtime: 137 minutes
  • Rating: 7.9/10 (566 votes)
  • Budget: $900,000
  • Revenue: $1,000,000
  • Production Companies: Celebrated Productions, United Artists
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1974
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin

as Calvero

Claire Bloom

Claire Bloom

as Thereza 'Terry' Ambrose

Nigel Bruce

Nigel Bruce

as Postant

Buster Keaton

Buster Keaton

as Calvero's Partner

Sydney Chaplin

Sydney Chaplin

as Neville

Norman Lloyd

Norman Lloyd

as Bodalink

Andre Eglevsky

Andre Eglevsky

as Dancer - Harlequin

Melissa Hayden

Melissa Hayden

as Dancer - Columbine

Marjorie Bennett

Marjorie Bennett

as Mrs. Sybil Alsop

Wheeler Dryden

Wheeler Dryden

as Thereza's Doctor

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Limelight (1952) ORIGINAL TRAILER

Claire Bloom on Charlie Chaplin

Three Reasons: Limelight

Limelight and Cabaret Win Music Awards: 1973 Oscars

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Limelight?

Limelight is a Romance, Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1952-10-16.

Who are the main actors in Limelight?

The main cast includes Charlie Chaplin, Claire Bloom, Nigel Bruce, Buster Keaton, Sydney Chaplin, .

Where can I watch Limelight online?

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

Is Limelight based on a true story?

The masterpiece of laughter and tears from the master of comedy!

What is the IMDb rating of Limelight?

Limelight has an IMDb rating of 7.9/10 based on 566 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Limelight?

The movie had a production budget of $900,000 and earned $1,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Limelight?

The soundtrack was composed by Celebrated Productions, United Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Limelight filmed?

Limelight was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Limelight?

The total runtime of Limelight is 137 minutes.

Is Limelight suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Limelight?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Limelight.

Does Limelight have a post-credit scene?

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

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