El Cid
"The GREATEST ROMANCE and ADVENTURE in a THOUSAND YEARS!"
Originally released in 1961. El Cid is a action/drama film. directed by Anthony Mann. With a runtime of 3h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Charlton Heston, Sophia Loren, and Raf Vallone
Synopsis
Epic film of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz ("El Cid" to his followers), who, without compromising his strict sense of honour, still succeeds in taking the initiative and driving the Moors from Spain.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
3h 7m
187 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (292 votes)
Budget
$6.3M
Production budget
Box Office
$26.6M
4.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Italy
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $6,250,000
- Revenue
- $26,600,000
Production Companies
- Samuel Bronston Productions
- Dear Film
- Aspa Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Cid about?
Epic film of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz ("El Cid" to his followers), who, without compromising his strict sense of honour, still succeeds in taking the initiative and driving the Moor...
Who directed El Cid?
El Cid was directed by Anthony Mann.
How long is El Cid?
El Cid has a runtime of 3 hours and 7 minutes (187 minutes total).
When was El Cid released?
El Cid was released on October 24, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in El Cid?
The main cast of El Cid includes Charlton Heston, Sophia Loren, Raf Vallone, Geneviève Page, John Fraser.
Is El Cid worth watching?
El Cid has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 292 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.