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6.9 / 10(13,807 votes)IMDbPG-1320142h 20m$288.9M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

Divergent

“What makes you different makes you dangerous.”

Synopsis

In a world divided into factions based on personality types, Tris learns that she's been classified as Divergent and won't fit in. When she discovers a plot to destroy Divergents, Tris and the mysterious Four must find out what makes Divergents dangerous before it's too late.

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Divergent IMAX® Trailer #2Official

Type: Trailer • Published 2014-02-05

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 21, 2014

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

August 20, 2014

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBlockbuster Success (3.4x ROI)

Production Budget

$85M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$288.9M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

3.4x

+$203.9M net gain

Theatrical Status

Mega Hit

Box office tier

Budget: $85MWorldwide: $288.9M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Neil Burger
Screenplay & Story
Vanessa Taylor, Evan Daugherty
Original Score
Tom Holkenborg
Original Title
Divergent
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
2h 20m
Production Budget
$85M
Worldwide Gross
$288.9M
Production Studios
Summit Entertainment, Red Wagon Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Neil Burger

Screenplay & Story

Vanessa Taylor, Evan Daugherty, Veronica Roth

Original Score & Music

Tom Holkenborg

Director of Photography

Paul Hughen, Alwin H. Küchler, Hans Bjerno, John Trapman, Jake Polonsky

Film Editing

Richard Francis-Bruce, Nancy Richardson

Producers

Douglas Wick, Lucy Fisher, Pouya Shahbazian, John J. Kelly, Rachel Shane

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Veronica Roth

Department Leadership Roster

Neil Burger

Neil Burger

Director

Matt Dessero

Visual Effects Supervisor

Marshall Richard Krasser

Visual Effects Supervisor

Berj Bannayan

Visual Effects Supervisor

Edson Williams

Visual Effects Supervisor

Vanessa Taylor

Vanessa Taylor

Screenplay

Garrett Warren

Garrett Warren

Stunt Coordinator

Alwin H. Küchler

Alwin H. Küchler

Director of Photography

Richard Francis-Bruce

Richard Francis-Bruce

Editor

Nancy Richardson

Editor

Andy Nicholson

Andy Nicholson

Production Design

Carlo Poggioli

Costume Design

Patrick Finley

Visual Effects Supervisor

Colin Follenweider

Colin Follenweider

Stunt Coordinator

Douglas Wick

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)12A

12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Divergent

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Divergent about?

In a world divided into factions based on personality types, Tris learns that she's been classified as Divergent and won't fit in. When she discovers a plot to destroy Divergents, Tris and the mysterious Four must find out what makes Divergents dangerous before it's too late.

Who directed Divergent?

Divergent was directed by Neil Burger.

Who stars in Divergent?

The principal cast of Divergent includes Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Ashley Judd, Jai Courtney, Ray Stevenson.

When was Divergent released and how long is it?

Divergent was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 2h 20m.

What was the box office and production budget of Divergent?

Divergent had a reported production budget of $85M and grossed $288.9M at the worldwide box office (3.4 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).

Who composed the musical score for Divergent?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Divergent was composed by Tom Holkenborg.

Is Divergent based on a book or true story?

Divergent is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Veronica Roth".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Divergent?

Divergent holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).