The First Legion
"It will give you that warm, wonderful feeling deep in your heart..."
Originally released in 1951. The First Legion is a drama film. directed by Douglas Sirk. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Boyer, William Demarest, and Lyle Bettger
Synopsis
A Catholic priest fights against his colleagues' immediate acceptance of an ambiguous “miracle”.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 4, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charles Boyer
as Father Marc Arnoux
William Demarest
as Monsignor Michael Carey
Lyle Bettger
as Dr. Peter Morrell
Barbara Rush
as Terry Gilmartin
Leo G. Carroll
as Father Rector Paul Duquesne
Walter Hampden
as Father Edward Quarterman
Wesley Addy
as Father John Fulton
Taylor Holmes
as Father Keene
H.B. Warner
as Father José Sierra
George Zucco
as Father Robert Stuart
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- United Artists
- Sedif Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First Legion about?
A Catholic priest fights against his colleagues' immediate acceptance of an ambiguous “miracle”.
Who directed The First Legion?
The First Legion was directed by Douglas Sirk.
How long is The First Legion?
The First Legion has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The First Legion released?
The First Legion was released on May 4, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The First Legion?
The main cast of The First Legion includes Charles Boyer, William Demarest, Lyle Bettger, Barbara Rush, Leo G. Carroll.