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The Great Dictator (1940)
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Dictator Adenoid Hynkel tries to expand his empire while a poor Jewish barber tries to avoid persecution from Hynkel's regime.
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Strong recommendationChaotic comedy
EnergyLight and lively
TonePlayful comedy
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forlight laughs and easy entertainment
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
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Viewer insight The Great Dictator is a 1940 film in the Comedy / War category from United States. Directed by Charlie Chaplin. Starring Charlie Chaplin and Paulette Goddard. Runtime: about 125 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 8.3/10.
Genre: Comedy / War, Released in 1940, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 125 minutes, Starring Charlie Chaplin and Paulette Goddard.
Runtime
125 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Charlie Chaplin
Adenoid Hynkel, Dictator of Tomania / A Jewish Barber
Paulette Goddard
Hannah
Jack Oakie
Benzino Napaloni, Dictator of Bacteria
Reginald Gardiner
Commander Schultz
Henry Daniell
Garbitsch
Billy Gilbert
Field Marshal Herring
Grace Hayle
Madame Napaloni
Carter DeHaven
Spook
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Maurice Moscovitch
Mr. Jaeckel
Emma Dunn
Mrs. Jaeckel
Bernard Gorcey
Mr. Mann
Paul Weigel
Mr. Agar
Chester Conklin
Barber's Customer
Esther Michelson
Jewish Woman
Director: Charlie Chaplin
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1What is movie The Great Dictator (1940)?
It is a movie released in 1940 within the Comedy, War category.
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4What is the rating of The Great Dictator?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 8.3/10 based on 3,700 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Great Dictator?
Its runtime is about 125 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Great Dictator best suited for?
A light watch that aims for easy entertainment, familiar rhythm, and moments that are simple to follow.
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