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7.2 / 10(1,614 votes)IMDbPG-1320112h 0m$34.7M Worldwide GrossUnited Kingdom, United States of America

Jane Eyre

“She sought refuge… and found a place haunted by secrets.”

Synopsis

After a bleak childhood, Jane Eyre goes out into the world to become a governess. As she lives happily in her new position at Thornfield Hall, she meets the dark, cold, and abrupt master of the house, Edward Rochester. Jane and her employer grow close in friendship and she soon finds herself falling in love with him. Happiness seems to have found Jane at last, but could Rochester's terrible secret be about to destroy it forever?

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2010-11-15

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Gent International Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

March 11, 2011

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

June 5, 2012

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedCommercial Hit (2.67x ROI)

Production Budget

$13M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$34.7M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

2.67x

+$21.7M net gain

Theatrical Status

Profitable

Box office tier

Budget: $13MWorldwide: $34.7M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Cary Joji Fukunaga
Screenplay & Story
Moira Buffini
Original Score
Dario Marianelli
Original Title
Jane Eyre
Country of Origin
United Kingdom, United States of America
Spoken Languages
French, English
Runtime
2h 0m
Production Budget
$13M
Worldwide Gross
$34.7M
Production Studios
BBC Film, Ruby Films, Focus Features, Lipsync Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Cary Joji Fukunaga

Screenplay & Story

Moira Buffini, Charlotte Brontë

Original Score & Music

Dario Marianelli

Director of Photography

Adriano Goldman

Film Editing

Melanie Oliver

Producers

Christine Langan, Alison Owen, Paul Trijbits, Peter Hampden

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Charlotte Brontë

Department Leadership Roster

Cary Joji Fukunaga

Cary Joji Fukunaga

Director

Moira Buffini

Moira Buffini

Screenplay

Franklin Mark Henson

Franklin Mark Henson

Stunt Coordinator

Dario Marianelli

Dario Marianelli

Original Music Composer

Adriano Goldman

Adriano Goldman

Director of Photography

Michael O'Connor

Costume Design

Will Hughes-Jones

Will Hughes-Jones

Production Design

Alison Owen

Alison Owen

Producer

Paul Trijbits

Producer

Melanie Oliver

Editor

Mark Southworth

Mark Southworth

Stunt Coordinator

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

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

France (CNC)TP
United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

United States (MPAA)PG-13

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

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Jane Eyre.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jane Eyre

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

What is Jane Eyre about?

After a bleak childhood, Jane Eyre goes out into the world to become a governess. As she lives happily in her new position at Thornfield Hall, she meets the dark, cold, and abrupt master of the house, Edward Rochester. Jane and her employer grow close in friendship and she soon finds herself falling in love with him. Happiness seems to have found Jane at last, but could Rochester's terrible secret be about to destroy it forever?

Who directed Jane Eyre?

Jane Eyre was directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga.

Who stars in Jane Eyre?

The principal cast of Jane Eyre includes Mia Wasikowska, Michael Fassbender, Jamie Bell, Sally Hawkins, Simon McBurney.

When was Jane Eyre released and how long is it?

Jane Eyre was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.

What was the box office and production budget of Jane Eyre?

Jane Eyre had a reported production budget of $13M and grossed $34.7M at the worldwide box office (2.67 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).

Who composed the musical score for Jane Eyre?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Jane Eyre was composed by Dario Marianelli.

Is Jane Eyre based on a book or true story?

Jane Eyre is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charlotte Brontë".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Jane Eyre?

Jane Eyre holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).