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The Bridge on the River Kwai: release date and where to watch

1957 film directed by David Lean

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Quick answer

The Bridge on the River Kwai is 2 hr 36 min long (156 minutes), rated PG.

The Bridge on the River Kwai opened in U.S. theaters on Saturday, December 14, 1957. A streaming or digital release date has not been announced yet.

U.S. release
December 14, 1957
Where
Theaters
Streaming / digital
Not announced
Runtime
156 min
Rating
PG
Based on a book? YesThe Bridge on the River Kwai is based on The Bridge over the River Kwai by Pierre Boulle.See the book →

About The Bridge on the River Kwai

The Bridge on the River Kwai is a drama war film directed by David Lean, starring Jack Hawkins, William Holden and Sessue Hayakawa. It opened in U.S. theaters on Saturday, December 14, 1957.

  • Directed by: David Lean
  • Cast: Jack Hawkins, William Holden, Sessue Hayakawa, Alec Guinness, James Donald, Percy Herbert
  • Distributor (per Wikidata): InterCom

How to watch The Bridge on the River Kwai

The Bridge on the River Kwai is a theatrical release, so it plays in movie theaters first. Studios announce digital purchase/rental and subscription streaming dates separately, and we add them here once they are confirmed.

Common questions

When does The Bridge on the River Kwai come out?

The Bridge on the River Kwai is listed for release in U.S. theaters on Saturday, December 14, 1957.

Where can I watch The Bridge on the River Kwai?

It was released in theaters in 1957. Streaming availability for older films changes often, so check your services' current listings.

How long is The Bridge on the River Kwai?

The listed runtime is 156 minutes (2 h 36 min).

What is The Bridge on the River Kwai rated?

It is listed as rated PG.

Sources

  1. The Bridge on the River Kwai on Wikidata
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  2. The Bridge on the River Kwai on Wikipedia
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  1. Release details imported from Wikidata.