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Movie Info

Release Date: July 28, 1939
Runtime: 114 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (2)
Genres:
Drama Romance
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Production Countries:
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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81%
Tomatometer
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7.4/10
TMDB
136 votes
⭐
7.9/10
IMDb
12,318 votes
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Goodbye, Mr. Chips

1939

"Lessons learned, hearts cherished, memories last forever."

Also known as: πŸ‡«πŸ‡· FR: Au revoir Mr. Chips!? πŸ‡·πŸ‡΄ RO: Adio, domnule Chips! All international titles (2) →
Drama Romance 114 min 7.9/10

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
2 Nominations
3 Total
Oscars
1 2 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner Result
1940 Oscars Best Actor Robert Donat Winner
1940 Oscars Best Director Sam Wood Nominated
1940 Oscars Best Actress Greer Garson Nominated
Year Festival Category Winner
1940 Oscars Best Actor Robert Donat
Year Festival Category Winner
1940 Oscars Best Director Sam Wood
1940 Oscars Best Actress Greer Garson

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 0/5
Frightening Elements 1/5
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Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Profit -$0

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Goodbye, Mr. Chips is directed by Sam Wood .

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Keywords

#black and white 163 #19th century 91 #teacher 48 #school 41 #world war i 27 #1900s 22 #boys' boarding school 7 #schoolteacher 4 #headmaster 2 #reminiscing 2 #boys' school 1

Trivia & Fun Facts about Goodbye, Mr. Chips

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  • Robert Donat's performance as Mr. Chips was noted for its depth and nuance, and he famously prepared for the role by spending time with actual teachers to capture their mannerisms and emotional experiences.

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  • Filming took place primarily at Pinewood Studios in the UK, where elaborate sets were constructed to recreate the Victorian-era Brookfield School.

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  • The film features a poignant score by composer Richard Addinsell, which includes the well-known 'Goodbye, Mr. Chips' theme that has been covered in various media since its release.

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  • In one scene, a student's name is mistakenly shown as 'Smith' in one shot but is referred to as 'Jones' in the following cut, highlighting a minor continuity error.

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  • Greer Garson's character, Katherine, was originally intended to have a smaller role, but her chemistry with Donat led to an expanded character arc that significantly impacted the film's emotional core.

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  • The film's exploration of themes such as love, loss, and the passage of time has resonated with audiences and has been referenced in various other films and television series, establishing it as a classic in the genre.

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  • In the background of several scenes, period-appropriate props and costumes were used to enhance the authenticity of the setting, including vintage school supplies that add to the film's nostalgic atmosphere.

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