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Limbo (1999)

English drama film directed by John Sayles

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Rated R in the US

Restricted: under 17 requires an accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Runtime
2h 7m 127 min
Released
1999
Language
English

Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.

Limbo has a runtime of 2 hours 7 minutes (127 min). In the US it is rated R. The English film released in 1999. It is directed by John Sayles and stars Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio and David Strathairn.

Cast and crew

Director
John Sayles
Cinematography
Haskell Wexler
Written by
John Sayles
Produced by
Maggie Renzi
Distribution
Screen Gems

Box office, awards and more

Set in
Alaska

Release and where to watch

In theatres
1999
On OTT
Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.

Can children watch it?

Not meant for children. In the US, under-17s need an adult with them. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Limbo?

Limbo has a runtime of 2 hours 7 minutes, or 127 min.

When did Limbo release?

Limbo released in 1999.

Who directed Limbo?

Limbo is directed by John Sayles.

Who is in the cast of Limbo?

The cast of Limbo includes Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio and David Strathairn.

What is Limbo rated in the US?

Limbo is rated R by the Motion Picture Association.

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Updated 4 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.