---
title: "Michael Collins"
year: 1996
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/michael-collins-1996"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1770
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 132
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Michael Collins (1996) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/michael-collins-1996

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Michael Collins is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under War, Drama, Thriller, History. Produced and broadcast by Geffen Pictures, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Michael Collins plays a crucial role in establishing the Irish Free State."

### Why Watch
- Explores historical events of 1920s Ireland
- Features dramatic political conflict

### Caveats & Content Note
- Subject matter involves war and political conflict
- May contain intense historical drama themes
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains war and dramatic historical themes suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: historical, dramatic, war, thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Neil Jordan
- **Networks / Studios**: Geffen Pictures, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Liam Neeson** as *Michael Collins*
- **Aidan Quinn** as *Harry Roland*
- **Stephen Rea** as *Ned Broy*
- **Alan Rickman** as *Eamon de Valera*
- **Julia Roberts** as *Kitty Kiernan*
- **Ian Hart** as *Joe O'Reilly*
- **Brendan Gleeson** as *Liam Tobin*
- **Stuart Graham** as *Tom Cullen*
- **Sean McGinley** as *Smith*
- **Gerard McSorley** as *Cathal Brugha*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of Michael Collins?
The film was released in 1996.

### Q: What genres are associated with the film?
It falls under the war, drama, thriller, and history genres.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

### Q: What historical setting is featured in the film?
The film is set in Ireland during the 1916 and 1920s time period.

### Q: What is the central focus of the plot?
The plot focuses on Michael Collins and his role in the establishment of the Irish Free State.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Michael Collins — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1770)

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