Zorba the Greek
"Life. Lust. Love. Zorba."
Originally released in 1964. Zorba the Greek is a drama film. directed by Mihalis Kakogiannis. With a runtime of 2h 22m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Anthony Quinn, Alan Bates, and Irene Papas
Synopsis
An uptight English writer traveling to Crete on a matter of business finds his life changed forever when he meets the gregarious Alexis Zorba.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 14, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
2h 22m
142 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (369 votes)
Budget
$783K
Production budget
Box Office
$9M
11.5x return
Language
EL
Original language
Country
Greece
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EL
- Budget
- $783,000
- Revenue
- $9,000,000
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zorba the Greek about?
An uptight English writer traveling to Crete on a matter of business finds his life changed forever when he meets the gregarious Alexis Zorba.
Who directed Zorba the Greek?
Zorba the Greek was directed by Mihalis Kakogiannis.
How long is Zorba the Greek?
Zorba the Greek has a runtime of 2 hours and 22 minutes (142 minutes total).
When was Zorba the Greek released?
Zorba the Greek was released on December 14, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Zorba the Greek?
The main cast of Zorba the Greek includes Anthony Quinn, Alan Bates, Irene Papas, Lila Kedrova, Sotiris Moustakas.
Is Zorba the Greek worth watching?
Zorba the Greek has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 369 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.