Doctor Strange (2016)

While on a journey of physical and spiritual healing, a brilliant neurosurgeon is drawn into the world of the mystic arts.

Director:

Scott Derrickson

Writers:

Jon Spaihts, Scott Derrickson

Stars:

Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams

Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 20 wins & 64 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Benedict Cumberbatch	...	Dr. Stephen Strange
Chiwetel Ejiofor	...	Mordo
Rachel McAdams	...	Dr. Christine Palmer
Benedict Wong	...	Wong
Mads Mikkelsen	...	Kaecilius
Tilda Swinton	...	The Ancient One
Michael Stuhlbarg	...	Dr. Nicodemus West
Benjamin Bratt	...	Jonathan Pangborn
Scott Adkins	...	Lucian / Strong Zealot
Zara Phythian	...	Brunette Zealot
Alaa Safi	...	Tall Zealot
Katrina Durden	...	Blonde Zealot
Topo Wresniwiro	...	Hamir
Umit Ulgen	...	Sol Rama
Linda Louise Duan	...	Tina Minoru (as Linda Duan)

Storyline

Marvel's "Doctor Strange" follows the story of the talented neurosurgeon Doctor Stephen Strange who, after a tragic car accident, must put ego aside and learn the secrets of a hidden world of mysticism and alternate dimensions. Based in New York City's Greenwich Village, Doctor Strange must act as an intermediary between the real world and what lies beyond, utilising a vast array of metaphysical abilities and artifacts to protect the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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Plot Keywords:

magic | wizard | magician | neurosurgeon | doctor | 

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Taglines:

Open your mind

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Fantasy | Sci-Fi

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for sci-fi violence and action throughout, and an intense crash sequence

Details

Official Sites:

Marvel [United States] Official Facebook

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

4 November 2016 (USA)

Also Known As:

Dr. Strange

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$165,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$85,058,311, 6 November 2016, Wide Release

Gross USA:

$232,641,920

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$677,718,395

Company Credits

Production Co:

Marvel Studios,Walt Disney Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

115 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Atmos Dolby Digital Dolby Surround 7.1 IMAX 6-Track 12-Track Digital Sound (IMAX 12 track)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.39 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Famous voice actor James Arnold Taylor dubbed over some of Cumberbatch's grunts.

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Goofs

When Dr. Strange is manipulating time on the half eaten apple, the future of the fruit looks like it's being eaten further where in fact it should just go old and moldy because once it has been put on the desk, no one is eating it.

• However this probably shows a possible future where the apple is / was / will be eaten.

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Quotes

[first lines]
The Ancient One: Master Kaecilius. That ritual will bring you only sorrow.

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Crazy Credits

A new Marvel logo appears with this film: comic-book pages, scripts and MCU film stills/scenes form the Marvel logo in a three-dimensional manner.

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Connections

Referenced in The Late Late Show with James Corden: Benedict Cumberbatch/Dennis Quaid/Molly Shannon/Ike Barinholtz (2016)

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Soundtracks

Shining Star
Written by Philip Bailey, Larry Dunn, and Maurice White
Performed by Earth Wind & Fire (as Earth, Wind & Fire)
Courtesy of Columbia Records
by arrangement with Sony Music Licensing

User Reviews

Pretty average

I think this film hugely benefits from being something at least a little different from most Marvel films. It's different in the focus that is on magic and sorcery and all of that. However, it's still quite familiar in its arc and predictable beats. The cast is fine, although nothing ever really great. Swinton manages to rise above her material, as predicted that she would. Rachel McAdams also adds a lot of heart to her character, who has a lot of screen time but who is really likable. The action sequences here are really impressive and they make a lot of the film worth it. As it is, it's not bad at all and it's enjoyable, just nothing too memorable.