Russell Crowe and Ron Howard make for quite a formidable partnership in this biopic of the acclaimed mathematician John Nash. Like so many folk with an acute scientific ability, his social skills bordered on the wrong side of inept and a combination of his good looks and his superiority complex soon lead him to a life…
7.9/10Drama · Romance
A Beautiful Mind
“He saw the world in a way no one could have imagined.”
- 2001
- 2h 16m
- PG-13
- EN
- Released
The story
What A Beautiful Mind is about
From the heights of notoriety to the depths of depravity, John Forbes Nash Jr. experiences it all. As a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, he made a groundbreaking discovery early in his career and stands on the brink of international acclaim. But as the handsome and arrogant Nash accepts secret work in cryptography, he becomes entangled in a mysterious conspiracy. His life takes a nightmarish turn and he soon finds himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery.
A Beautiful Mind is a drama and romance film from 2001, directed by Ron Howard. It runs 2h 16m and is rated PG-13 in the US. It was produced by Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Pictures and Imagine Entertainment, with production in United States of America.
The main cast is led by Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Ed Harris, Paul Bettany. The screenplay was written by Akiva Goldsman. Reported worldwide gross stands at $316.8M.
Why it matters: A Beautiful Mind currently holds 7.9/10 from 11536 TMDB user ratings and has taken $316.8M worldwide against a $58.0M budget. Figures move as more ratings and box-office updates arrive.
Editor’s note
Should you watch A Beautiful Mind?
A Beautiful Mind is best suited to a slower, character-led evening. At 2h 16m, it is a standard feature length. The draw is Russell Crowe and Jennifer Connelly, directed by Ron Howard.
With 11,536 TMDB ratings averaging 7.9/10, this is one of the most widely seen titles in our library, so the score is a reliable signal.
TMDB tags the film with themes including schizophrenia, based on novel or book, love of one's life and self-discovery.
The US certification is PG-13: may include intense action or themes that are unsuitable for younger children.
If you like this, try Forrest Gump, Your Name. or Cinema Paradiso.
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Who is in it
A Beautiful Mind cast
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Behind the camera
Direction and crew
DirectorRon Howard
WritersAkiva Goldsman
ProducersBrian Grazer, Ron Howard
MusicJames Horner
CinematographyRoger Deakins
EditingDaniel P. Hanley
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
7.9/1011536 ratings
A Beautiful Mind sits at 7.9 out of 10 from 11536 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is $316.8M.
Scores show TMDB user ratings at the time of publishing and shift as new votes arrive.
The facts
A Beautiful Mind key details
| Original title | A Beautiful Mind |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | December 13, 2001 |
| Runtime | 2h 16m |
| Certification | PG-13 in United States, 12 in United Kingdom |
| Original language | EN |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Country | United States of America |
| Budget | $58.0M |
| Worldwide gross | $316.8M |
| Studios | Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Pictures, Imagine Entertainment |
| Also known as | Egy csodálatos elme, Una mente maravillosa, Una mente brillante |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Dec 13, 2001 | PG-13 |
| United Kingdom | Feb 22, 2002 | 12 |
| India | Oct 9, 2020 | NR |
| Canada | Dec 25, 2001 | 18A |
| Australia | Feb 23, 2002 | M |
| Argentina | Feb 21, 2002 | NR |
| Austria | Mar 1, 2002 | NR |
| Belgium | Feb 13, 2002 | 14 |
| Brazil | Feb 15, 2002 | 12 |
| Bulgaria | May 3, 2002 | NR |
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Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed A Beautiful Mind?
A Beautiful Mind was directed by Ron Howard.
Who is in the cast of A Beautiful Mind?
The main cast includes Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Ed Harris, Paul Bettany, Christopher Plummer.
How long is A Beautiful Mind?
A Beautiful Mind runs 2h 16m.
When was A Beautiful Mind released?
It was released in the United States on December 13, 2001. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is A Beautiful Mind rated?
Certification depends on the country: PG-13 in United States, 12 in United Kingdom. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch A Beautiful Mind online?
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Can I watch A Beautiful Mind in HD or 4K?
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How much did A Beautiful Mind earn?
Reported worldwide gross is $316.8M against a budget of $58.0M. Box office figures update over time.
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At a glance: A Beautiful Mind runs 2h 16m, opened in US cinemas on December 13, 2001, has 45 licensed options across 5 regions tracked here.