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Missing (1982)

English and Spanish drama film directed by Costa-Gavras

Film facts

Runtime
2h 2m 122 min
Released
12 February 1982
Languages
English, Spanish

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

Missing has a runtime of 2 hours 2 minutes (122 min). The English film released on 12 February 1982. It is directed by Costa-Gavras and stars Jack Lemmon, Sissy Spacek and Melanie Mayron.

Cast and crew

Director
Costa-Gavras
Cinematography
Ricardo Aronovich
Produced by
Edward Lewis
Production
PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
Distribution
Universal Pictures

Box office, awards and more

Awards
Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay; Palme d'Or; Writers Guild of America Award; National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
Based on
The Execution of Charles Horman: An American Sacrifice
Set in
Chile, Santiago
Filmed in
Mexico

Release and where to watch

In theatres
12 February 1982
On OTT
Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Missing?

Missing has a runtime of 2 hours 2 minutes, or 122 min.

When did Missing release?

Missing released on 12 February 1982.

Who directed Missing?

Missing is directed by Costa-Gavras.

Who is in the cast of Missing?

The cast of Missing includes Jack Lemmon, Sissy Spacek, Melanie Mayron, John Shea, Janice Rule and Charles Cioffi.

Is Missing based on a true story or a book?

Missing is based on The Execution of Charles Horman: An American Sacrifice.

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Updated 10 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.