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7.3 / 10(13,249 votes)IMDbPG-1320132h 23m$351M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America, Australia

The Great Gatsby

“Dream dangerously.”

Synopsis

Nick Carraway arrives in New York in 1922, an era of loose morals, glittering jazz and bootleg kings. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick encounters the mysterious millionaire Gatsby and his bewitching cousin Daisy. Soon, Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super-rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. Bearing witness to this new world, Nick pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and unforgettable tragedy -- mirroring our own times and struggles.​

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

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Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Buenos Aires

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

May 10, 2013

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

September 18, 2013

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBlockbuster Success (3.34x ROI)

Production Budget

$105M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$351M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

3.34x

+$246M net gain

Theatrical Status

Mega Hit

Box office tier

Budget: $105MWorldwide: $351M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Baz Luhrmann
Screenplay & Story
Craig Pearce, Baz Luhrmann
Original Score
Craig Armstrong
Original Title
The Great Gatsby
Country of Origin
United States of America, Australia
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
2h 23m
Production Budget
$105M
Worldwide Gross
$351M
Production Studios
Warner Bros. Pictures, Village Roadshow Pictures, Bazmark, Red Wagon Entertainment, A+E Global Media

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Baz Luhrmann

Screenplay & Story

Craig Pearce, Baz Luhrmann, F. Scott Fitzgerald

Original Score & Music

Craig Armstrong

Director of Photography

Simon Duggan

Film Editing

Jonathan Redmond, Matt Villa, Jason Ballantine

Producers

Catherine Knapman, Catherine Martin, Baz Luhrmann, JAŸ-Z, Barrie M. Osborne

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:F. Scott Fitzgerald

Department Leadership Roster

Catherine Knapman

Producer

Catherine Martin

Catherine Martin

Producer

Baz Luhrmann

Baz Luhrmann

Director

Craig Pearce

Craig Pearce

Screenplay

Baz Luhrmann

Baz Luhrmann

Screenplay

Baz Luhrmann

Baz Luhrmann

Producer

Craig Armstrong

Craig Armstrong

Original Music Composer

Simon Duggan

Simon Duggan

Director of Photography

Lucy Fisher

Producer

Catherine Martin

Catherine Martin

Production Design

Jonathan Redmond

Editor

Tony Lynch

Tony Lynch

Stunt Coordinator

Matt Villa

Matt Villa

Editor

Douglas Wick

Producer

Jason Ballantine

Jason Ballantine

Editor

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.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

France (CNC)TP
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 The Great Gatsby

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

What is The Great Gatsby about?

Nick Carraway arrives in New York in 1922, an era of loose morals, glittering jazz and bootleg kings. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick encounters the mysterious millionaire Gatsby and his bewitching cousin Daisy. Soon, Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super-rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. Bearing witness to this new world, Nick pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and unforgettable tragedy -- mirroring our own times and struggles.​

Who directed The Great Gatsby?

The Great Gatsby was directed by Baz Luhrmann.

Who stars in The Great Gatsby?

The principal cast of The Great Gatsby includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Elizabeth Debicki.

When was The Great Gatsby released and how long is it?

The Great Gatsby was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 2h 23m.

What was the box office and production budget of The Great Gatsby?

The Great Gatsby had a reported production budget of $105M and grossed $351M at the worldwide box office (3.34 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).

Who composed the musical score for The Great Gatsby?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Great Gatsby was composed by Craig Armstrong.

Is The Great Gatsby based on a book or true story?

The Great Gatsby is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "F. Scott Fitzgerald".

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Great Gatsby?

The Great Gatsby holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; 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.).