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Movie Info

Release Date: November 09, 2012
Runtime: 150 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (7)
Genres:
Drama History
Budget: $65,000,000
Revenue: $275,300,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
🍅
89%
Tomatometer
87
87/100
Metacritic
🎬
6.9/10
TMDB
4,018 votes
7.3/10
IMDb
284,154 votes
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Lincoln

2012

"A nation divided, a leader forged in struggle."

Also known as: 🇵🇹 PT: Lincoln 2012? 🇯🇵 JA: リンカーン? 🇰🇷 KO: 링컨? 🇨🇳 ZH: 林肯? 🇷🇺 RU: Линкольн? All international titles (7) →
Drama History 150 min 7.3/10

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
4 Nominations
5 Total
Oscars
1 3 nom.
SAG Awards
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner Result
2013 Oscars Best Actor Daniel Day-Lewis Winner
2013 Oscars Best Supporting Actress Sally Field Nominated
2013 SAG Awards Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture David Strathairn Nominated
2013 Oscars Best Director Steven Spielberg Nominated
2013 Oscars Best Picture Steven Spielberg Nominated
Year Festival Category Winner
2013 Oscars Best Actor Daniel Day-Lewis
Year Festival Category Winner
2013 Oscars Best Supporting Actress Sally Field
2013 SAG Awards Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture David Strathairn
2013 Oscars Best Director Steven Spielberg
2013 Oscars Best Picture Steven Spielberg

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Connections with other movies

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Budget: $65,000,000
Revenue: $275,300,000
Profit $210,300,000
ROI +323.5% (4.2x)

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Lincoln is directed by Steven Spielberg .

Crew & Production

Keywords

#based on true story 286 #19th century 90 #historical fiction 41 #assertive 34 #usa president 30 #battlefield 14 #family conflict 12 #american civil war 10 #mutiny 9 #america 5 #speech 4 #ethical dilemma 3 #secession 2 #conflagration 2 #cultural conflict 2

Trivia & Fun Facts about Lincoln

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  • Daniel Day-Lewis prepared for his role by immersing himself in the study of Abraham Lincoln's life, reading extensively about the era and even adopting Lincoln's voice and mannerisms during the filming process.

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  • The film was shot in various locations across Virginia, including Richmond, which served as the capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War, to authentically capture the historical setting.

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  • Sally Field's portrayal of Mary Todd Lincoln was influenced by her desire to depict the complexity of Lincoln's marriage, emphasizing both the personal struggles and the emotional support she provided during tumultuous times.

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  • In a scene set in the House of Representatives, the filmmakers used actual historical documents and props from that period to enhance the authenticity of the environment.

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  • James Spader's character, W.N. Bilbo, was based on a real historical figure known for his flamboyant personality and persuasive speech, adding depth to the film's portrayal of political maneuvering.

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  • The film's score, composed by John Williams, features themes that evoke the emotional and historical weight of Lincoln's presidency, contributing significantly to the film's atmosphere.

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  • A continuity error occurs when a character's clothing changes between scenes, most notably seen with the lapel of Lincoln's coat during a pivotal moment in the film.

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