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Movie Info

Release Date: December 07, 1988
Runtime: 126 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (6)
Genres:
Adventure Comedy Fantasy
Budget: $46,630,000
Revenue: $8,083,123
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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90%
Tomatometer
69
69/100
Metacritic
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7.0/10
TMDB
993 votes
7.1/10
IMDb
59,798 votes
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The Adventures of Baron Munchausen

1988

"Limitless imagination, boundless adventure awaits you."

Also known as: 🇫🇷 FR: Les Aventures du baron de Münchhausen? 🇨🇳 ZH: 吹牛大王历险记? 🇷🇴 RO: Aventurile baronului Munchausen 🇭🇺 HU: Münchausen báró kalandjai? 🇫🇮 FI: Baron von Munchausens äventyrer? All international titles (6) →

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 2/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 0/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Budget: $46,630,000
Revenue: $8,083,123
Profit -$-38,546,877
ROI -82.7% (0.2x)

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The Adventures of Baron Munchausen is directed by Terry Gilliam .

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Keywords

#based on novel or book 610 #absurd 73 #satire 58 #lighthearted 38 #monster 37 #steampunk 23 #irreverent 18 #moon 12 #surreal 12 #hot air balloon 5 #baron 3 #balão de ar quente 3 #european 2 #preposterous 2 #eccentricity 1

Trivia & Fun Facts about The Adventures of Baron Munchausen

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  • The film features a blend of practical effects and innovative set designs, with many scenes created using elaborate miniatures and painted backdrops to enhance its fantastical atmosphere.

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  • In one sequence, a giant figure of the moon is seen, which is a nod to the classic tale of 'The Man in the Moone', an early science fiction story.

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  • John Neville, who portrayed Baron Munchausen, was chosen for his ability to balance humor and gravitas, making him an ideal fit for the eccentric character.

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  • In one scene, the Baron claims to have sailed on a ship during a battle, but the ship appears to change in design between shots, revealing a continuity error.

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  • Terry Gilliam, known for his whimsical and surreal style, also directed 'Brazil' and '12 Monkeys', both of which share a similar blend of fantasy and social commentary.

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  • The film's soundtrack features a score composed by Michael Kamen, which incorporates elements of classical music to complement the film's grandiose visuals.

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