A Midsummer Night's Dream movie poster

A Midsummer Night's Dream

June 24, 1964 1h 50m

Originally released in 1964. A Midsummer Night's Dream is a comedy/drama film. directed by Joan Kemp-Welch.

Starring Benny Hill, Patrick Allen, and Eira Heath

Synopsis

Theseus, Duke of Athens, is going to marry Hyppolyta, Queen of the Amazons. Demetrius is engaged with Hermia, but Hermia loves Lysander. Helena loves Demetrius. Oberon and Titania, of the kingdom of fairies have a slight quarrel about whether or not the boy Titania is raising will join Titania's band or Oberon's, so Oberon tries to get him from her by using some magic. But they're not alone in that forest. Lysander and Hermina have there a rendezvous, Helena and Demetrius are there, too as well as some actors, who are practicing a play for the ongoing wedding of Theseus and Hippolyta. Due to some misunderstandings by Puck, the whole thing becomes a little bit confused...

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 24, 1964 61 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Associated-Rediffusion Television

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Midsummer Night's Dream about?

Theseus, Duke of Athens, is going to marry Hyppolyta, Queen of the Amazons. Demetrius is engaged with Hermia, but Hermia loves Lysander. Helena loves Demetrius. Oberon and Titania, of the kingdom o...

Who directed A Midsummer Night's Dream?

A Midsummer Night's Dream was directed by Joan Kemp-Welch.

How long is A Midsummer Night's Dream?

A Midsummer Night's Dream has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was A Midsummer Night's Dream released?

A Midsummer Night's Dream was released on June 24, 1964 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Midsummer Night's Dream?

The main cast of A Midsummer Night's Dream includes Benny Hill, Patrick Allen, Eira Heath, Cyril Luckham, Tony Bateman.