42 Up
“In 1964, director Michael Apted interviewed a group of seven year old children for the documentary "Seven Up". He's been back to film them every seven years. Now they are 42.”
Synopsis
Director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born adults after a 7 year wait. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 21, 2000
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$301K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Apted
- Original Title
- 42 Up
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Worldwide Gross
- $301K
- Production Studios
- Granada Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Apted
Kim Horton
Stephen Lambert, Michael Apted, Ruth Pitt
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Apted
Director
Kim Horton
Editor
Michael Apted
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About 42 Up
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 42 Up about?
Director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born adults after a 7 year wait. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.
Who directed 42 Up?
42 Up was directed by Michael Apted.
Who stars in 42 Up?
The principal cast of 42 Up includes Bruce Balden, Jacqueline Bassett, Symon Basterfield, Andrew Brackfield, John Brisby.
When was 42 Up released and how long is it?
42 Up was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
How much did 42 Up make at the box office?
42 Up grossed $301K in worldwide ticket sales.