The Glorious Avenger
Originally released in 1953. The Glorious Avenger is a feature film. directed by Vittorio Cottafavi.
Starring Armando Francioli, Yvette Lebon, and Renée Saint-Cyr
Synopsis
A group of royalists during the French Revolution make several attempts to rescue Marie Antoinette from prison, in this combination of genres: swashbuckler, melodrama, psychological drama, and historical tragedy. Based on the novel by Alexandre Dumas.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 1953
72 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Armando Francioli
as Cap. Maurice Lindet
Yvette Lebon
as Margot Dixmer
Renée Saint-Cyr
as Marie-Antoinette
Luigi Tosi
as generale Santerre
Alfred Adam
as Dixmer
Olga Solbelli
as Madame Tisson
Marcel Pérès
as Simon
Giuseppe Chinnici
as l'accusatore pubblico
Gian Carlo Regis
as il Delfino di Francia
Ermanno Pavarini
as Marmont
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Venturini Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Glorious Avenger about?
A group of royalists during the French Revolution make several attempts to rescue Marie Antoinette from prison, in this combination of genres: swashbuckler, melodrama, psychological drama, and hist...
Who directed The Glorious Avenger?
The Glorious Avenger was directed by Vittorio Cottafavi.
How long is The Glorious Avenger?
The Glorious Avenger has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Glorious Avenger released?
The Glorious Avenger was released on April 24, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Glorious Avenger?
The main cast of The Glorious Avenger includes Armando Francioli, Yvette Lebon, Renée Saint-Cyr, Luigi Tosi, Alfred Adam.