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Inferno (2016 film)

Inferno is a 2016 American action mystery thriller film directed by Ron Howard and written by David Koepp.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Inferno is a 2016 American action mystery thriller film directed by Ron Howard and written by David Koepp. It is the third and final film in the Robert Langdon film series, following The Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons, and stars Tom Hanks as Robert Langdon. The film is loosely based on Dan Brown's 2013 novel of the same name.

Plot premise

The film follows Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon as he is drawn into a mystery involving clues tied to Dante and a global threat. The story centers on stopping a deadly plan before it can be carried out.

Production and release

Inferno was directed by Ron Howard and written by David Koepp. It premiered in Florence on October 8, 2016, and later opened in U.S. theatres on October 28, 2016.

Place in the series

The film is the third installment in the Robert Langdon series and is described as the final film in that sequence. It follows The Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons, both of which also starred Tom Hanks as Langdon.

Key facts

  • It is the sequel to The Da Vinci Code (2006) and Angels & Demons (2009).
  • The film is loosely based on Dan Brown's 2013 novel Inferno.
  • Tom Hanks stars as Robert Langdon, continuing the central role from the earlier films.
  • The film premiered in Florence on October 8, 2016.
  • It was released in the United States on October 28, 2016.
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Canadian context

The film had international theatrical distribution, including in Canada as part of the global release of a major Hollywood studio film. No Canada-specific production connection is indicated in the provided sources.

Frequently asked questions

What is Inferno (2016 film)?
It is an American action mystery thriller directed by Ron Howard and based on Dan Brown's novel Inferno.
Is Inferno part of a series?
Yes. It is the third and final film in the Robert Langdon film series.
Who directed Inferno?
Ron Howard directed the film.
When was Inferno released?
It premiered on October 8, 2016, and was released in the United States on October 28, 2016.
What is Inferno based on?
It is loosely based on Dan Brown's 2013 novel Inferno.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inferno_(2016_film)
    Supports: Director, writer, release dates, series placement, and adaptation basis.
  2. Common Sense Media — https://commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/inferno
    Supports: Cast context, plot premise, runtime, MPAA rating, and release date.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3062096/
    Supports: Plot premise and film identification.
  4. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/207932-inferno?language=en-US
    Supports: Plot premise and film identification.