The Great Dictator
Once again - the whole world laughs!
Dictator Adenoid Hynkel tries to expand his empire while a poor Jewish barber tries to avoid persecution from Hynkel's regime.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Great Dictator
- Genres: Comedy, War
- Release Date: 1940-10-15
- Runtime: 125 minutes
- Rating: 8.294/10 (3497 votes)
- Budget: $2,000,000
- Revenue: $11,000,000
- Production Companies: Charles Chaplin Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.9575
- Languages: English, Esperanto
Cast & Crew
Charlie Chaplin
as Adenoid Hynkel, Dictator of Tomania / A Jewish Barber
Paulette Goddard
as Hannah
Jack Oakie
as Benzino Napaloni, Dictator of Bacteria
Reginald Gardiner
as Commander Schultz
Henry Daniell
as Garbitsch
Billy Gilbert
as Field Marshal Herring
Grace Hayle
as Madame Napaloni
Carter DeHaven
as Spook
Maurice Moscovitch
as Mr. Jaeckel
Emma Dunn
as Mrs. Jaeckel
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Original Trailer
Charlie Chaplin - Final Speech from The Great Dictator
Three Reasons: The Great Dictator
THE GREAT DICTATOR Trailer (1940) - The Criterion Collection
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Dictator?▼
The Great Dictator is a Comedy, War movie directed by . It was released on 1940-10-15.
Who are the main actors in The Great Dictator?▼
The main cast includes Charlie Chaplin, Paulette Goddard, Jack Oakie, Reginald Gardiner, Henry Daniell, .
Where can I watch The Great Dictator online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Great Dictator is available.
Is The Great Dictator based on a true story?▼
Once again - the whole world laughs!
What is the IMDb rating of The Great Dictator?▼
The Great Dictator has an IMDb rating of 8.294/10 based on 3497 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Great Dictator?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $11,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Great Dictator?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Charles Chaplin Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Great Dictator filmed?▼
The Great Dictator was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Great Dictator?▼
The total runtime of The Great Dictator is 125 minutes.
Is The Great Dictator suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Great Dictator?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Great Dictator.
Does The Great Dictator have a post-credit scene?▼
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