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Movie Info

Release Date: December 16, 1973
Runtime: 151 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (4)
Genres:
Drama Crime
Budget: $12,000,000
Revenue: $53,267,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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73%
Tomatometer
58
58/100
Metacritic
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7.8/10
TMDB
2,092 votes
⭐
8.0/10
IMDb
145,613 votes
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Papillon

1973

"Freedom is worth every scar and sacrifice."

Also known as: πŸ‡°πŸ‡· KO: λΉ μ‚μš©? πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ ZH: 巴比龍? πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬ BG: ΠŸΠ΅ΠΏΠ΅Ρ€ΡƒΠ΄Π°Ρ‚Π°? All international titles (4) →
Drama Crime 151 min 8.0/10

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 3/5
Drugs / Alcohol 2/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Budget: $12,000,000
Revenue: $53,267,000
Profit $41,267,000
ROI +343.9% (4.4x)

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Keywords

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Papillon

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  • The film was shot on location in the Bahamas to authentically depict the harsh conditions of a prison island, which added to the realism of the story.

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  • During the film's production, Steve McQueen performed many of his own stunts, including a dramatic escape scene that required extensive physical preparation.

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  • In one scene, McQueen's character references a book he is reading, which is a nod to the real-life Henri CharriΓ¨re's autobiography on which the film is based.

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  • The film features a scene where McQueen's character is shown with a tattoo that is mistakenly different from the one he had in earlier scenes, leading to a continuity error.

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  • The director of 'Papillon' was Franklin J. Schaffner, who also directed the acclaimed film 'Planet of the Apes', showcasing his versatility in handling diverse genres.

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  • Dustin Hoffman, who plays Louis Dega, was initially unsure about taking the role but eventually accepted it after recognizing the depth of the character.

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  • The film's score, composed by Jerry Goldsmith, features haunting melodies that enhance the emotional weight of the characters' struggles and aspirations.

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