The Hunchback of Notre Dame(1956)
Notre-Dame de Paris
The timeless tale of the seductive gypsy Esmeralda and the tortured hunchback Quasimodo.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame Synopsis
In 1482 Paris, Frollo, Chief Justice of benevolent King Louis XI, becomes infatuated by the beauty of Esmeralda, a young Romani girl. The hunchback Quasimodo, Frollo's protégé and bell-ringer of Notre Dame, lives in peace among the bells in the heights of the immense cathedral until he's involved by the twisted magistrate in his malicious plans to free himself from Esmeralda's alleged spell, which he believes to be the Devil's work.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1956) is a drama and horror film directed by Jean Delannoy, released on December 19, 1956 with a runtime of 1h 55m. It stars Gina Lollobrigida, Anthony Quinn, Alain Cuny and Jean Danet. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 123 ratings.
- Director:
- Jean Delannoy
- Writers:
- Jean Aurenche, Victor Hugo, Jacques Prévert
- Producers:
- Raymond Hakim
- Cinematographer:
- Michel Kelber
- Composer:
- Georges Auric
- Production:
- Panitalia, Paris-Film Production
- Budget:
- $1,000,000
- Status:
- Released
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1956) Trailer
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame Cast & Crew
Main cast
Gina Lollobrigida
as Esmeralda
Anthony Quinn
as Quasimodo
Alain Cuny
as Claude Frollo
Jean Danet
as Phoebus de Chateaupers
Damia
as The Beggar
Marianne Oswald
as La Falourdel
Danielle Dumont
as Fleur de Lys
Valentine Tessier
as Aloyse de Gondelaurier
Robert Hirsch
as Pierre Gringoire
Philippe Clay
as Clopin Trouillefou
Maurice Sarfati
as Jehan Frollo
Jean Tissier
as Louis XI
Key crew
Directed by Jean Delannoy, written by Jean Aurenche, Victor Hugo and Jacques Prévert, produced by Raymond Hakim.
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 123 ratings.
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Hunchback of Notre Dame online?
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1956) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Hunchback of Notre Dame?
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The main cast of The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1956) includes Gina Lollobrigida, Anthony Quinn, Alain Cuny, Jean Danet and Damia. The film was directed by Jean Delannoy. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Hunchback of Notre Dame released?
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame was released on December 19, 1956 and runs for 1h 55m.
Is The Hunchback of Notre Dame worth watching?
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1956) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 123 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and horror films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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