Cinderella
"The classic fairy tale with a Rodgers and Hammerstein score and performed live on TV."
Originally released in 1957. Cinderella is a drama/romance film. directed by Ralph Nelson. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Julie Andrews, Jon Cypher, and Ilka Chase
Synopsis
Julie Andrews was nominated for an Emmy for portraying the titular scullery maid who finds true love with a prince in this legendary adaptation of one of the most famous fairy tales of all time. A musical, made-for-television, with music by Richard Rodgers and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, it is the only of the legendary composing team's musicals created specifically for that medium. It was originally broadcast live on CBS on March 31, 1957, and was a phenomenal success, viewed by more than 107 million people. Though it originally aired in full color, only a black & white kinescope of the production has survived.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 31, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Julie Andrews
as Cinderella
Jon Cypher
as Prince Christopher
Ilka Chase
as The Stepmother
Kaye Ballard
as Stepsister Portia
Alice Ghostley
as Stepsister Joy
Edie Adams
as Fairy Godmother
Howard Lindsay
as The King
Dorothy Stickney
as The Queen
David F. Perkins
as The Court Tailor
George Hall
as The King's Steward
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- CBS Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cinderella about?
Julie Andrews was nominated for an Emmy for portraying the titular scullery maid who finds true love with a prince in this legendary adaptation of one of the most famous fairy tales of all time. A ...
Who directed Cinderella?
Cinderella was directed by Ralph Nelson.
How long is Cinderella?
Cinderella has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was Cinderella released?
Cinderella was released on March 31, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cinderella?
The main cast of Cinderella includes Julie Andrews, Jon Cypher, Ilka Chase, Kaye Ballard, Alice Ghostley.