Night Train to Lisbon Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Last modified: Oct. 7, 2013

Night Train to Lisbon

Raimund Gregorius, a Swiss Professor abandons his lectures and buttoned-down, life to embark on a thrilling adventure that will take him on a journey to the very heart of himself.

Director: Bille August

Starring: Jeremy Irons • Vanessa Redgrave • Melanie Laurent • Bruno Ganz • Christopher Lee

R Drama 1 hr, 51 m

29% WILL SEE 71% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: The story follows Raimund Gregorius, a Swiss Professor (Jeremy Irons) who, having saved a beautiful Portuguese woman from leaping to her death, stumbles upon a mesmerizing book by a Portuguese author, which compels him to suddenly abandon the boring life he has led for years and to embark on an enthralling adventure. In search of the author, Gregorius acts as detective, pulling together pieces of a puzzle that involves political and emotional intrigue and the highest possible stakes. His voyage is one that transcends time and space, delving into the realms of history, medicine and love, all in search of true meaning to his life.

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Who stars in Night Train to Lisbon – Cast List

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Jeremy Irons
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Better Start Swimming
Vanessa Redgrave
Foxcatcher, Atonement
Melanie Laurent
6 Underground, Ride Above
B
Bruno Ganz
Unknown, A Hidden Life
C
Christopher Lee
The Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers Extended Edition, Season of the Witch
L
Lena Olin
Remember Me, One Life
M
Martina Gedeck
Woodwalkers, The Wall
Jack Huston
House of Gucci, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
A
August Diehl
Bonhoeffer, Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin.
N
Nicolau Breyner

Who is making Night Train to Lisbon – Crew List

A look at Night Train to Lisbon behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Bille August last helmed The Pact and In a Different Time.

Director: Bille August
Screenwriters: Ulrich Herrmann
Greg Latter

Studios: Wrekin Hill Entertainment
Production Companies: C-Films
EFish Entertainment
K5 International
PalmStar Media Capital
Studio Hamburg FilmProduktion
Tele Munchen Group; Sales Agent K5 International

Production – What we know about the Night Train to Lisbon

Key Facts

Based on the bestselling tome by Pascal Mercier.

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Mar 2013

Completed

Changed Night Train to Lisbon movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Oct 2011

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Skedded to begin lensing in March 2012.

Dec 2004

Announced

Changed the movie production status to Announced. Preparations are underway to start production.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: R Restricted for a scene of violence, and brief sexuality
Runtime: 1 hr, 51 m
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Night Train to Lisbon Trailers and Clips

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Night Train to Lisbon Release Date: When is the film coming out?

Night Train to Lisbon is scheduled for release in on To Be Announced (TBA) . There are 9704 9,704 other movies scheduled for release on the same date, including The Last Train to New York, The Rosie Project and Star Wars: New Jedi Order.