1984: Film Adaptations
Explore how 1984 by George Orwell has been brought to the screen. Each adaptation brings its own interpretation of the source material.
Nineteen Eighty-Four (1984)
Directed by Michael Radford
Film Details:
- Released
- 1984
- Director
- Michael Radford
- Runtime
- 113 minutes
- Box Office
- $8.4 million
- Rating
- R
- Awards
- Evening Standard British Film Award for Best Film
About This Adaptation:
Faithful adaptation released in 1984 (the year of the title) starring John Hurt as Winston Smith. Known for its bleak, realistic portrayal of Orwell's dystopia. Features Richard Burton in his final film role as O'Brien. Stays true to the novel's devastating ending.
Main Cast:
Winston Smith
John Hurt
O'Brien
Richard Burton
Julia
Suzanna Hamilton
Mr. Charrington
Cyril Cusack
Parsons
Gregor Fisher
1984 (1956)
Directed by Michael Anderson
Film Details:
- Released
- 1956
- Director
- Michael Anderson
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Box Office
- Data not available
- Rating
- Approved
- Awards
- None
About This Adaptation:
The first film adaptation of Orwell's novel, starring Edmond O'Brien as Winston. Made during the height of Cold War tensions, this version emphasizes the anti-communist message. Changes the ending to be slightly less bleak than the novel.
Main Cast:
Winston Smith
Edmond O'Brien
Julia
Jan Sterling
O'Brien
Michael Redgrave
Charrington
Donald Pleasence