A signed copy of the screenplay for James Cameron's Titanic has been sold at auction in Somerset for £620, giving one fan a rare piece of Hollywood history. The screenplay, which featured signatures from several of the film's leading figures, went under the hammer at Clevedon Salerooms in north Somerset as part of a single-vendor collection assembled over many years.
Autographs and Authentication
Autographs on the script include Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, Kathy Bates, Gloria Stuart, and director James Cameron. The document was accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Starpower Autographs.
Auctioneer's Insights
According to auctioneer and valuer Henry Michallat, signed film scripts rarely appear on the market compared with other Titanic memorabilia. He explained that collectors more commonly encounter objects such as furniture, ceramics, and clothing linked to the famous film, many of which can command considerably higher prices. Michallat said the screenplay offered fans an opportunity to own what he described as a physical connection to one of cinema's greatest achievements. He also revealed that three determined bidders competed intensely before the final sale price of £620 was reached.
Content of the Script
The script itself contains scenes from the 1997 blockbuster and highlights moments where actors adapted or personalised some of their dialogue during production.
Global Phenomenon
Released in December 1997, Titanic became a worldwide phenomenon. The romantic drama follows Jack Dawson and Rose DeWitt Bukater, played by DiCaprio and Winslet, whose relationship unfolds aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic during its maiden voyage in 1912. The film became the first motion picture in history to surpass $1bn at the global box office and eventually generated more than $2.2bn worldwide. It held the title of the highest grossing film ever made for 12 years before Cameron's Avatar overtook it in 2009.
Memorabilia Market
Interest in memorabilia connected to both the film and the historic ship has remained strong for decades. Recent auctions have seen items including life jackets, watches, menus, and archive collections achieve remarkable prices, with some pieces selling for hundreds of thousands of pounds. While the £620 sale price may seem modest compared with some record-breaking artefacts, the signed screenplay represented an accessible and highly personal collectible for devoted admirers of Titanic.
