The Elusive Pimpernel
Originally released in 1950. The Elusive Pimpernel is a adventure/drama film. directed by Michael Powell.
Starring David Niven, Margaret Leighton, and Cyril Cusack
Synopsis
Foppish Sir Percy Blakeney, who secretly leads a double life as the daring rescuer of French aristocrats from the guillotine during the French Revolution, fights to save his brother-in-law while his wife is manipulated by the villainous Chauvelin into helping capture him, unaware of her husband's true identity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 7, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 49m
109 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Budget
$480K
Production budget
Box Office
$140K
0.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Directors
Top Cast
David Niven
as Percy "Scarlet Pimpernel" Blakeney
Margaret Leighton
as Marguerite Blakeney
Cyril Cusack
as Chauvelin
Jack Hawkins
as Prince of Wales
Arlette Marchal
as Contesses de Tournai
Gérard Néry
as Philippe de Tournai
Charles Victor
as Colonel Winterbotham
Danielle Godet
as Suzanne de Tournai
Edmond Audran
as Armand St. Juste
Eugene Deckers
as Captain Merieres
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $480,000
- Revenue
- $140,000
Production Companies
- London Films Productions
- The Archers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Elusive Pimpernel about?
Foppish Sir Percy Blakeney, who secretly leads a double life as the daring rescuer of French aristocrats from the guillotine during the French Revolution, fights to save his brother-in-law while hi...
Who directed The Elusive Pimpernel?
The Elusive Pimpernel was directed by Michael Powell.
How long is The Elusive Pimpernel?
The Elusive Pimpernel has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
When was The Elusive Pimpernel released?
The Elusive Pimpernel was released on November 7, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Elusive Pimpernel?
The main cast of The Elusive Pimpernel includes David Niven, Margaret Leighton, Cyril Cusack, Jack Hawkins, Arlette Marchal.