Marley
Synopsis
Bob Marley's universal appeal, impact on music history and role as a social and political prophet is both unique and unparalleled. Directed by Academy Award-winning director Kevin Macdonald (The Last King of Scotland), MARLEY is the definitive life story of the musician, revolutionary, and legend, from his early days to his rise to international superstardom. Made with the support of the Marley family, the film features rare footage, incredible performances and revelatory interviews with the people that knew him best.
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Marley TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-02-22
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 10, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 15, 2012
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3.5M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin Macdonald
- Original Title
- Marley
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 24m
- Worldwide Gross
- $3.5M
- Production Studios
- Shangri-La Entertainment, Tuff Gong Pictures, Cowboy Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin Macdonald
Mike Eley, Alwin H. Küchler
Dan Glendenning
Ziggy Marley, Charles Steel, Steve Bing, Chris Blackwell, Zach Schwartz
Department Leadership Roster
Dan Glendenning
Editor
Mike Eley
Director of Photography
Alwin H. Küchler
Director of Photography
Kevin Macdonald
Director
Charles Steel
Producer
Steve Bing
Producer
Zach Schwartz
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Marley
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What is Marley about?
Bob Marley's universal appeal, impact on music history and role as a social and political prophet is both unique and unparalleled. Directed by Academy Award-winning director Kevin Macdonald (The Last King of Scotland), MARLEY is the definitive life story of the musician, revolutionary, and legend, from his early days to his rise to international superstardom. Made with the support of the Marley family, the film features rare footage, incredible performances and revelatory interviews with the people that knew him best.
Who directed Marley?
Marley was directed by Kevin Macdonald.
Who stars in Marley?
The principal cast of Marley includes Bob Marley, Rita Marley, Ziggy Marley, Bunny Wailer, Jimmy Cliff.
When was Marley released and how long is it?
Marley was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 2h 24m.
How much did Marley make at the box office?
Marley grossed $3.5M in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Marley?
Marley holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).