MGM presents in CINEMASCOPE and COLOR...Sir Walter Scott's The Adventures of Quentin Durward
During the 15th century reign of France's King Louis XI, a young Scottish man is sent by his English Lord to woo a French lady on his behalf. The plan goes awry when the young man falls in love with her. Based on the classic novel by Sir Walter Scott.
Quentin Durward (1955) is a adventure, history and romance film directed by Richard Thorpe, released on September 9, 1955 with a runtime of 1h 43m. It stars Robert Taylor, Kay Kendall, Robert Morley and George Cole. Viewers rate it 5.8 out of 10 across 18 ratings.
Robert Taylor
as Quentin Durward
Kay Kendall
as Isabelle, Countess of Marcroy
Robert Morley
as King Louis XI
George Cole
as Hayraddin
Alec Clunes
as Charles, Duke of Burgandy
Duncan Lamont
as Count William De la Marck
Laya Raki
as Gypsy dancer
Marius Goring
as Count Philip De Creville
Wilfrid Hyde-White
as Master Oliver
Eric Pohlmann
as Gluckmeister
Harcourt Williams
as Bishop of Liege
Michael Goodliffe
as Count De Dunois
Directed by Richard Thorpe, written by Walter Scott, Robert Ardrey and George Froeschel, produced by Pandro S. Berman.
Average viewer score of 5.8/10 from 18 ratings.
This is probably my favourite Sir Walter Scott story. In this rendition, Robert Taylor is the valiant "Quentin Durward" sent by his impoverished Scottish uncle to assess the suitability of the fabulously wealthy Kay Kendall "Isabelle" as a potential wife. Along the way he becomes involved in the political intrigues of Louis XI (Robert Morley) and his cousin, the Duke of Burgundy (Alec Clunes) as they vie for…
Reviewed on March 28, 2022
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The main cast of Quentin Durward (1955) includes Robert Taylor, Kay Kendall, Robert Morley, George Cole and Alec Clunes. The film was directed by Richard Thorpe. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Quentin Durward was released on September 9, 1955 and runs for 1h 43m.
Quentin Durward (1955) holds an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from 18 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy adventure, history and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
