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The Fifth Element
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Directed by Luc Besson. With Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman.
7.6/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
In 2257, a taxi driver is unintentionally given the task of saving a young girl who is part of the key that will ensure the survival of humanity.
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7.6/10
MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTIn 2257, a taxi driver is unintentionally given the task of saving a young girl who is part of the key that will ensure the survival of humanity.
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for The Fifth Element.
MoviHero lists May 2, 1997 as the release date for The Fifth Element. Luc Besson is the listed director. The listed cast includes Bruce Willis as Korben Dallas, Milla Jovovich as Leeloo, Gary Oldman as Zorg, Ian Holm as Cornelius. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateMay 2, 1997
GenresAdventure · Science Fiction · Action
Runtime2h 6m
DirectorLuc Besson
CastBruce Willis as Korben Dallas, Milla Jovovich as Leeloo, Gary Oldman as Zorg, Ian Holm as Cornelius
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Is The Fifth Element right for tonight?
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How much time should I set aside?
The Fifth Element runs 2h 6m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 10/10: a faster-moving watch.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 6/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 4/10, suggesting a lighter emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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MOVIE RATING
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MoviHero Rating: 7.6/10 from 12,318 votes. Updated Nov 4, 2026.
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WHAT WATCHING IT FEELS LIKE
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Pacing10/10
Emotional Impact4/10
Mind-Bending5/10
Scary1/10
Violence5/10
Rewatchability6/10
Attention Required6/10
VIEWER REVIEWS
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“This movie is one of the best movies of all time!”
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“Ever since I first watched The Fifth Element in the late 90s, I've been inspired by Gary Oldman's Jean-Baptiste Emanuel Zorg.”
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“Negative, I am a meat Popsicle. It's 2259 and the Earth is in mortal danger from pure evil. The only hope Earth has is something…”
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“"The Fifth Element" is like a journey down memory lane for me, brimming with nostalgia.”
Viewer reaction
“I wonder how many taxi drivers get a fare they wish they's just driven past!”
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WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU
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“You humans act so strange . Everything you create is used to destroy.”
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CHARACTERS IN THIS MOVIE
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otherKorben DallasKorben Dallas appears in The Fifth Element (1997).Open character guide otherRuby RhodRuby Rhod appears in The Fifth Element (1997).Open character guide otherLeelooLeeloo appears in The Fifth Element (1997).Open character guide otherCorneliusCornelius appears in The Fifth Element (1997).Open character guide otherZorgZorg appears in The Fifth Element (1997).Open character guide
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