The Nightingale(1983)
The Nightingale Synopsis
A kitchen maid and a nightingale help save an emperor with the power of song and friendship.
The Nightingale (1983) is a fantasy and tv movie film directed by Ivan Passer, released on May 10, 1983 with a runtime of 54m. It stars Mick Jagger, Bud Cort, Barbara Hershey and Edward James Olmos. Viewers rate it 5.3 out of 10 across 4 ratings.
- Director:
- Ivan Passer
- Writers:
- Hans Christian Andersen, Joan Micklin Silver
- Producers:
- Shelley Duvall
- Composer:
- Stephen Barber
- Production:
- Platypus Productions, Gaylord Productions
- Status:
- Released
The Nightingale Cast & Crew
Main cast
Mick Jagger
as The Emperor
Bud Cort
as Music Master
Barbara Hershey
as The Maid
Edward James Olmos
as Prime Minister
Mako
as Gardener / Minister
Chao Li Chi
as Gardener
Keye Luke
as Imperial Doctor
- Bobby Porter
Bobby Porter
as Death Spirit
- Ellen Wakamatsu
Ellen Wakamatsu
as First Lady of the Court
- Susan Haruye
Susan Haruye
as Second Lady of the Court
Ji-Tu Cumbuka
as Emperor's Bodyguard
Jerry Hall
as Pansy
Key crew
Directed by Ivan Passer, written by Hans Christian Andersen and Joan Micklin Silver, produced by Shelley Duvall.
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The Nightingale Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.3/10 from 4 ratings.
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The Nightingale – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Nightingale online?
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Who stars in The Nightingale?
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The main cast of The Nightingale (1983) includes Mick Jagger, Bud Cort, Barbara Hershey, Edward James Olmos and Mako. The film was directed by Ivan Passer. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Nightingale released?
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The Nightingale was released on May 10, 1983 and runs for 54m.
Is The Nightingale worth watching?
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The Nightingale (1983) holds an average rating of 5.3 out of 10 from 4 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy fantasy and tv movie films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.