Doctor Faustus
"The story of a scientist who sells his soul to the devil"
Originally released in 1967. Doctor Faustus is a mystery/drama film. directed by Richard Burton.
Starring Richard Burton, Elizabeth Taylor, and Richard Durden
Synopsis
Faustus is a scholar at the University of Wittenberg when he earns his doctorate degree. His insatiable appetite for knowledge and power leads him to employ necromancy to conjure Mephistopheles out of hell. He bargains away his soul to Lucifer in exchange for living 24 years during which Mephistopheles will be his slave. Faustus signs the pact in his own blood and Mephistopheles reveals the works of the devil to Faustus.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 10, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (26 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Richard Burton
as Doctor Faustus
Elizabeth Taylor
as Helen of Troy
Richard Durden
as Evil Angel/Knight
Andreas Teuber
as Mephistopheles
Ian Marter
as Pride/Emperor
Maria Aitken
as Sloth
Michael Menaugh
as Good Angel/Bishop
Ram Chopra
as Valdes
Richard Carwardine
as Cornelius
Patrick Barwise
as Wagner
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Venfilms
- Nassau Films
- Oxford University Screen Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doctor Faustus about?
Faustus is a scholar at the University of Wittenberg when he earns his doctorate degree. His insatiable appetite for knowledge and power leads him to employ necromancy to conjure Mephistopheles out...
Who directed Doctor Faustus?
Doctor Faustus was directed by Richard Burton.
How long is Doctor Faustus?
Doctor Faustus has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Doctor Faustus released?
Doctor Faustus was released on October 10, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Doctor Faustus?
The main cast of Doctor Faustus includes Richard Burton, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Durden, Andreas Teuber, Ian Marter.