London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony: Isles of Wonder

London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony: Isles of Wonder (2012)

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27/07/2012 (GB)
Documentary
3h 40m

Inspire a generation.

Overview

The London 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony took place at 9pm on 27 July 2012. Titled 'Isles of Wonder', the Ceremony welcomed the finest athletes from more than 200 nations for the start of the London 2012 Olympic Games, marking an historic third time the capital has hosted the world’s biggest and most important sporting event. The Opening Ceremony reflected the key themes and priorities of the London 2012 Games, based on sport, inspiration, youth and urban transformation. It was a Ceremony 'for everyone' and celebrated contributions the UK has made to the world through innovation and revolution, as well as the creativity and exuberance of British people.

  • Danny BoyleDirector, Writer
  • Frank Cottrell BoyceWriter
  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    English

Keywords

  • london, england
  • olympic games
  • ceremony
  • opening ceremony

Top Billed Cast

Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom

Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom

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Mike Oldfield

Mike Oldfield

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Kenneth Branagh

Kenneth Branagh

Isambard Kingdom Brunel

J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling

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Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney

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Rowan Atkinson

Rowan Atkinson

Mr. Bean

Daniel Craig

Daniel Craig

James Bond

David Beckham

David Beckham

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Emeli Sandé

Emeli Sandé

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Evelyn Glennie

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