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Tolkien

Tolkien

A life of love, courage & fellowship.

England, early 20th century. The future writer and philologist John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (1892-1973) and three of his schoolmates create a strong bond between them as they share the same passion for literature and art, a true fellowship that strengthens as they grow up, but the outbreak of World War I threatens to shatter it.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Tolkien
  • Genres: War, Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 2019-05-03
  • Runtime: 112 minutes
  • Rating: 6.9/10 (1469 votes)
  • Budget: $20,000,000
  • Revenue: $8,654,322
  • Production Companies: Fox Searchlight Pictures, TSG Entertainment, Chernin Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.4873
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Nicholas Hoult

Nicholas Hoult

as J.R.R. Tolkien

Lily Collins

Lily Collins

as Edith Bratt

Colm Meaney

Colm Meaney

as Father Francis Morgan

Derek Jacobi

Derek Jacobi

as Professor Joseph Wright

Harry Gilby

Harry Gilby

as Young J.R.R. Tolkien

Mimi Keene

Mimi Keene

as Young Edith Bratt

Anthony Boyle

Anthony Boyle

as Geoffrey Bache Smith

Adam Bregman

Adam Bregman

as Young Geoffrey Bache Smith

Patrick Gibson

Patrick Gibson

as Robert Q. Gilson

Albie Marber

Albie Marber

as Young Robert Q. Gilson

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Trailers & Clips

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tolkien?

Tolkien is a War, Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 2019-05-03.

Who are the main actors in Tolkien?

The main cast includes Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney, Derek Jacobi, Harry Gilby, .

Where can I watch Tolkien online?

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

Is Tolkien based on a true story?

A life of love, courage & fellowship.

What is the IMDb rating of Tolkien?

Tolkien has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 1469 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Tolkien?

The movie had a production budget of $20,000,000 and earned $8,654,322 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Tolkien?

The soundtrack was composed by Fox Searchlight Pictures, TSG Entertainment, Chernin Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Tolkien filmed?

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

How long is Tolkien?

The total runtime of Tolkien is 112 minutes.

Is Tolkien suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Tolkien?

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

Does Tolkien have a post-credit scene?

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