Around the World in 80 Days

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Around the World in 80 Days

G

Released Oct 17, 1956

2h 50m

Comedy

Drama

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Victorian-era Englishman Phileas Fogg (David Niven) proclaims before his fellow members of a London gentleman's club that he can circumnavigate the globe in a mere 80 days, further boasting that he will bet the princely sum of 20,000 pounds on the success of his endeavor. With his stalwart manservant Passepartout (Cantinflas) alongside, he goes forth on his adventure, pursued by a dogged Police Inspector (Robert Newton) who suspects Fogg of chicanery.

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Critics Consensus

It's undeniably shallow, but its cheerful lack of pretense -- as well as its grand scale and star-stuffed cast -- help make Around the World in 80 Days charmingly light-hearted entertainment.

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Times (UK) Staff

Times (UK)

Outstanding in the long part of Mr. Fogg's faithful valet, Passepartout, is Cantinflas, a sad-faced comedian with a delightful economy of gesture and expression, who adds just the right note of implausibility to the whole highly improbable affair.

Aug 27, 2020

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TIME Staff

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The wonder is that this Polyphemus of productions does not simply collapse of its own overweight; but, thanks principally to Showman Todd, the picture skips along with an amazing lightness.

Feb 18, 2009

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Variety Staff

Variety

With a smash lineup of stars in major and minor parts, Todd has turned out a surefire hit.

Jan 28, 2008

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

This adaptation of the Jules Verne novel has its moments, but infinitely more interesting than what appears on screen are the stories surrounding its maker.

Rated: 2.5/4

Feb 22, 2025

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Mark Johnson

Awards Daily

An elongated, swollen film, somehow both frantic and plodding, with more cameos than substance, 80 Days is an extravaganza with little to do other than entertain. But it knows that and isn’t really trying to be anything else.

Jun 27, 2023

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Dilys Powell

Sunday Times (UK)

Around the World in Eighty Days is like a serial; a serial in brilliant Technicolor and a system by now called, I believe, Cinestage, ending in the most ingenious credits I have ever seen. It is a journey through scenes where the sun is aways shining.

Aug 9, 2022

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Jeff N

Can't believe low scores which much be from younger viewers. This type of elegance and granduer isn't reproduced today. Maybe I'm old fashioned but they dont make movies like they used to.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/23/24

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Alec B

The scope of the production, while innovative for the time, no longer covers for the overlong and dull narrative.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

01/10/24

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Logan J

It is woefully underwhelming but it is cheery and fun to watch. I personally think that the book was much better but that can be said about many movies adapted from novels.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

12/01/23

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CodyZamboni Z

Movie is way too long, But stunning widescreen location cinematography, and likable characters make it worthwhile, Major standout in the star studded cast is the charming Shirley MacLaine.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/16/25

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liam k

I applaud this movie for its decadence and epic scope. There are many epic scenarios, including bullfights in Spain, Hindu religious ceremonies in India, and a pursuit by Native Americans in the United States. Watching them all is a lot of fun, and the cinematography is excellent as well. The grandiose size of this film is somewhat indicative of the 1950s, which is why I believe it hasn't held up well over time. It is devoid of any supporting material. The characters are all uninteresting. For a three hour adventure film, the plot is quite simple. Of course, the humorous elements have aged as well. This film would likely benefit from being at least a half-hour shorter than it currently is. Note: with entr'acte and exit music [3HR 3MIN]

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

12/27/22

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a m

Too long by over an hour. It's more of a travelogue than an adventure film. I'm sure 1950s audience appreciated the chance to see the world, but I could have done with just the highlights. One of the weaker Best Picture winners.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Michael Anderson

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David Niven

Phileas Fogg

Mario Moreno 'Cantinflas'

Passepartout

Shirley MacLaine

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Robert Newton

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Synopsis

Victorian-era Englishman Phileas Fogg (David Niven) proclaims before his fellow members of a London gentleman's club that he can circumnavigate the globe in a mere 80 days, further boasting that he will bet the princely sum of 20,000 pounds on the success of his endeavor. With his stalwart manservant Passepartout (Cantinflas) alongside, he goes forth on his adventure, pursued by a dogged Police Inspector (Robert Newton) who suspects Fogg of chicanery.

Director: Michael Anderson
Producer: Michael Todd
Screenwriter: Jules Verne, James Poe, John Farrow
Distributor: Warner Home Vídeo, United Artists, Warner Bros.
Production Co: Michael Todd Company
Rating: G
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 17, 1956, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 29, 2017
Runtime: 2h 50m
Sound Mix: Surround, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track, Mono
Aspect Ratio: 70mm, Scope (2.35:1)

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