With a runtime of 317 minutes in its original version , '' 1900 '' is known for being one of the longest commercially released films ever made . Due to its length , the film was presented in two parts when originally released in many countries , including Italy , East and West Germany , Denmark , Belgium , Norway , Sweden , Colombia and Japan . In other countries , such as the United States , a singular , edited-down version of the film was released . '' 1900 '' has become widely regarded as a cult classic , and the film received special edition home video releases from Paramount , Fox and other distributors worldwide . The film 's restored version premiered out of competition at the 74th Venice International Film Festival in 2017
74th Venice International Film Festival
74th Venice International Film Festival
1900 (film)