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Music drama
Amadeus (2002): Cast & Ratings
Amadeus is a 2002 music drama directed by Milos Forman, starring F. Murray Abraham and Tom Hulce. It runs 2 hours 40 minutes. It won 9 Oscars, including Best Picture and Actor in a Leading Role. Critics gave it 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 87 on Metacritic.
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- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 40m (160 min)
- Director
- Milos Forman
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Orion Pictures Corporation
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
The story
What Is Amadeus About?
The premise of Amadeus without spoilers.
This drama explores the intense rivalry between two prominent 18th-century composers: the brilliant and charismatic Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and the devout but ambitious Antonio Salieri. Consumed by envy of Mozart’s extraordinary talent, Salieri develops a plot to undermine his rival, leading to a series of tragic events with devastating repercussions for both men and those around them. The story delves into themes of genius, faith, and the destructive power of jealousy.
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Cast & crew
Amadeus Cast
F. Murray Abraham leads the cast, with Tom Hulce. Directed by Milos Forman.
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Director Milos Forman
Ratings
Amadeus Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Amadeus 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 87 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 90% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 95%
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Metacritic 87 Metascore
User score 8.7
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Awards
Amadeus Awards & Nominations
Amadeus won 9 Oscars, including Best Picture and Actor in a Leading Role. Its biggest night was the Oscars 1985, with 8 wins from 11 nominations.
9 wins12 nominations2 ceremonies
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Oscars 1985 8 wins · 11 nominations- Won Actor in a Leading Role – F. Murray Abraham
- Won Art Direction
- Won Best Picture
- Won Costume Design
- Won Directing – Milos Forman
- Oscars 1984 1 win · 1 nomination
- Won Makeup
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FAQ
Amadeus FAQ: Cast, Awards & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Amadeus, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Amadeus?
Amadeus runs 2 hours 40 minutes (160 minutes).
When was Amadeus released?
Amadeus was released on April 5, 2002.
Who directed Amadeus?
Amadeus was directed by Milos Forman.
More films by Milos Forman Who is in the cast of Amadeus?
Amadeus stars F. Murray Abraham and Tom Hulce.
How is Amadeus rated?
Amadeus has 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 87 on Metacritic.
What awards did Amadeus win?
Amadeus won 9 awards from 12 nominations, including Actor in a Leading Role at the Oscars 1985.
Does Amadeus have a post-credit scene?
No. Amadeus has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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