Divergent (2014)
In a fractured future society, one young woman's inability to conform becomes her greatest weapon — and her greatest danger.
Divergent - Movie Information
- Original Title: Divergent
- Release Year: 2014
- Directed by: Neil Burger
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 2h 20m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): March 14, 2014 (Thailand - PG-13), March 21, 2014 (United States - PG-13), March 21, 2014 (Canada - PG), April 4, 2014 (United Kingdom - 12A), April 10, 2014 (Germany - 12), April 9, 2014 (France - 12), April 10, 2014 (New Zealand), April 10, 2014 (Australia - M), April 17, 2014 (Brazil - 14), March 21, 2014 (Mexico - B-15), April 3, 2014 (Italy - T), April 30, 2014 (Spain - 12), April 16, 2014 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: Uyumsuz (TR), Dị Biệt (VN), 分歧者：異類叛逃 (TW), Divergent (US), Դիվերգենտ (AM), ダイバージェント：2014 (JP), Дивергент (RU)
- Production Companies: Summit Entertainment, Red Wagon Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
Divergent - Plot
In a world divided into factions based on personality types, Tris learns that she's been classified as Divergent and won't fit in. When she discovers a plot to destroy Divergents, Tris and the mysterious Four must find out what makes Divergents dangerous before it's too late.
Divergent - Trailer
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What makes you different makes you dangerous.
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Divergent - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Neil Burger
Main Cast
- Shailene Woodley
- Theo James
- Zoë Kravitz
- Miles Teller
- Jai Courtney
- Ansel Elgort
- Ashley Judd
- Tony Goldwyn
- Ray Stevenson
- Kate Winslet
Writers
- Vanessa Taylor
- Evan Daugherty
Producers
- Douglas Wick
- Lucy Fisher
- Pouya Shahbazian
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Is Divergent based on a book?
Yes, Divergent is based on the 2011 debut novel of the same name by Veronica Roth. The book is the first entry in a bestselling young adult trilogy. Roth's novel became a publishing phenomenon before the film adaptation was produced by Summit Entertainment and Red Wagon Entertainment.
Who are the main actors in Divergent?
Divergent stars Shailene Woodley as Tris Prior and Theo James as Tobias 'Four' Eaton. The supporting cast includes Zoë Kravitz, Miles Teller, Jai Courtney, Ansel Elgort, Ashley Judd, Tony Goldwyn, Ray Stevenson, and Kate Winslet as the antagonist Jeanine Matthews.
What is Divergent about?
Divergent is set in a dystopian Chicago where society is divided into five personality-based factions. Teenager Tris Prior discovers she is Divergent — unable to be confined to one faction — and uncovers a conspiracy to eliminate people like her. Critics praised its strong lead performance and propulsive pacing.
What is the age rating for Divergent?
Divergent is rated PG-13 in the United States, making it suitable for viewers aged 13 and older. The rating reflects sequences of violence and action, thematic elements, and some sensuality. In the UK it received a 12A certificate, and in Australia it was classified M.
Who directed Divergent and what is the runtime?
Divergent was directed by Neil Burger, known for Limitless (2011). The film runs 140 minutes (2 hours 20 minutes). Burger brought a grounded, kinetic visual style to the dystopian material, working with cinematographer Alwin H. Küchler to craft the film's distinct faction-divided world.
Did Divergent perform well at the box office?
Yes, Divergent was a significant commercial success. Produced on a budget of approximately $85 million, the film grossed over $288 million worldwide at the box office. Its strong performance led to the production of sequels, including Insurgent (2015) and Allegiant (2016).
What movies are similar to Divergent?
Fans of Divergent often enjoy The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) and The Maze Runner (2014) for their similar dystopian young adult themes. The sequel Insurgent (2015) continues Tris's story directly. For broader sci-fi dystopia, The Matrix (1999) and THX 1138 (1971) are classic touchstones.
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