Poet Game movie poster

Poet Game

March 14, 1972 1h 42m

Originally released in 1972. Poet Game is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Silvio Narizzano.

Starring Anthony Hopkins, Billie Whitelaw, and Susan Clark

Synopsis

Mercurial, hard-drinking poet Hugh Saunders (Sir Anthony Hopkins) awaits his fortieth birthday, trying to preserve his art and his marriage against the temptations of celebrity and addiction.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 14, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 42m 102 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

  • BBC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poet Game about?

Mercurial, hard-drinking poet Hugh Saunders (Sir Anthony Hopkins) awaits his fortieth birthday, trying to preserve his art and his marriage against the temptations of celebrity and addiction.

Who directed Poet Game?

Poet Game was directed by Silvio Narizzano.

How long is Poet Game?

Poet Game has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).

When was Poet Game released?

Poet Game was released on March 14, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Poet Game?

The main cast of Poet Game includes Anthony Hopkins, Billie Whitelaw, Susan Clark, Cyril Cusack, Al Mancini.