Lafayette
"The shot heard round the world thunders across the screen !"
Originally released in 1962. Lafayette is a drama/war film. directed by Jean Dréville. With a runtime of 2h 38m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Pascale Audret, Jack Hawkins, and Michel Le Royer
Synopsis
The story of Lafayette, the 19 year old pacifist who takes the side of the Colonials during the American war of Independence.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 16, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
2h 38m
158 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Pascale Audret
as Adrienne de La Fayette
Jack Hawkins
as General Cornwallis
Michel Le Royer
as La Fayette
Folco Lulli
as Le Boursier
Wolfgang Preiss
as Baron Kalb
Renée Saint-Cyr
as Duchess of Ayen
Vittorio De Sica
as Bancroft
Orson Welles
as Benjamin Franklin
Liselotte Pulver
as Marie Antoinette
Edmund Purdom
as Silas Deane
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films Copernic
- Cosmos
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette about?
The story of Lafayette, the 19 year old pacifist who takes the side of the Colonials during the American war of Independence.
Who directed Lafayette?
Lafayette was directed by Jean Dréville.
How long is Lafayette?
Lafayette has a runtime of 2 hours and 38 minutes (158 minutes total).
When was Lafayette released?
Lafayette was released on February 16, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lafayette?
The main cast of Lafayette includes Pascale Audret, Jack Hawkins, Michel Le Royer, Folco Lulli, Wolfgang Preiss.