Movie

Shine

“A true story of the mystery of music and the miracle of love”

★ 7.4(710)19961h 45m

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Good to know

Director: Scott Hicks
Release date: 1996-08-15
Runtime: 1h 45m
Language: Yiddish
Box office: $35,892,330
Budget: $5,500,000
Status: Released
Country: Australia
Studio: Fine Line Features

Shine — trailer

About Shine

Shine is a 1996 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Scott Hicks, starring Geoffrey Rush, Noah Taylor and Armin Mueller-Stahl. It has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 710 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Shine in Saudi Arabia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Pianist David Helfgott, driven by his father and teachers, has a breakdown. Years later he returns to the piano, to popular if not critical acclaim.

Cast

Geoffrey Rush

David as an adult

Noah Taylor

David as an adolescent

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Peter

Lynn Redgrave

Gillian

Googie Withers

Katharine Susannah Prichard

Sonia Todd

Sylvia

Nicholas Bell

Ben Rosen

John Gielgud

Cecil Parkes

Justin Braine

Tony

Chris Haywood

Sam

Alex Rafalowicz

David as a child

Gordon Poole

Eisteddfod Presenter

Themes & keywords

australialetterchild prodigybiographyjumpingpianistconcert hallbreakdownpiano1950s1960sadelaide

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Shine in Saudi Arabia?+

Shine is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Saudi Arabia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Shine on Netflix?+

Shine is not on Netflix in Saudi Arabia right now.

How long is Shine?+

Shine has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

Who stars in Shine?+

Shine stars Geoffrey Rush, Noah Taylor, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Lynn Redgrave and Googie Withers.

When did Shine come out?+

Shine is a 1996 movie directed by Scott Hicks.

What genre is Shine?+

Shine is Drama film.

Who directed Shine?+

Shine was directed by Scott Hicks.