Neurosurgeon discovers a hidden world of magic. Year 2016 Theatrical Release 2016-11-04 Video Release 2017-02-28 Studio Marvel Studios Genre Action MPAA Rating PG-13 CARA sci-fi violence and action throughout, and an intense crash sequence Color Color Runtime 115 Animated Live-Action Full Synopsis From Marvel Studios comes Doctor Strange, the story of world-famous neurosurgeon Dr. Stephen Strange Benedict Cumberbatch , whose life changes forever after a horrific car accident renders his hands useless. When traditional medicine fails him, he travels to the remote Kamar-Taj in search of a cure, but instead discovers the mystical arts and becomes a powerful sorcerer battling dark forces bent on destroying our reality. Director Scott Derrickson Cast Scott Derrickson; Benedict Cumberbatch; Rachel McAdams; Chiwetel Ejiofor; Tilda Swinton; Michael Stuhlbarg; Amy Landecker; Benedict Wong; Mads Mikkelsen