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Quentin Durward

Play trailer Poster for Quentin Durward Released Nov 23, 1955 1h 41m History Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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When the Duke of Burgundy (Alec Clunes) tries to arrange a marriage between Lord Crawford (Ernest Thesiger) of Scotland and the young Countess of Marcroy (Kay Kendall) of France, Crawford sends dashing knight Quentin Durward (Robert Taylor) abroad to see if she is suitable. Quentin finds the countess has no interest in the marriage, and is seeking the protection of King Louis XI (Robert Morley). Undaunted, he takes a job with the king, and soon falls in love with the countess himself.
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Clyde Gilmour Maclean's Magazine Sir Walter Scott's novel about knightly valor in the fifteenth century has been translated into a widescreen swashbuckler which offers some literate and witty dialogue as well as the customary heroics. Dec 3, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Frances H When you compare this 50s film with its leads too old for their parts, bad acting (not that Robert Taylor and Kay Kendall couldn't act, but the directing and casting was all wrong) and the script dull to such films of an earlier date as Captain Blood and The Adventures of Robin Hood, with young leads more suited for their parts, brimming enthusiasm and freshness, there is just no comparison. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 04/07/20 Full Review ashley h Quentin Durward is an excellent film. It is about a Scottish knight in France to facilitate a marriage between a rich and beautiful countess and his aging uncle becomes involved in court intrigue. Robert Taylor and Kay Kendall give amazing performances. The screenplay is well written. Richard Thorpe did a great job directing this movie. I enjoyed watching this motion picture because of the adventure. Quentin Durward is a must see. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Standard but enjoyable medieval tale of derring do. Kay's lovely although all she has to do is clutch her jewel box and fret. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member this historical costume drama is based on the famous 'john alden' stroy Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Audience Member another mgm technicolor adventure flick Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/25/23 Full Review Audience Member Fine costume drama romp which is enjoyable but forgettable. George Cole has a nice turn, Robert Morley is somewhat subdued, and Robert Taylor is a confident lead. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/06/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis When the Duke of Burgundy (Alec Clunes) tries to arrange a marriage between Lord Crawford (Ernest Thesiger) of Scotland and the young Countess of Marcroy (Kay Kendall) of France, Crawford sends dashing knight Quentin Durward (Robert Taylor) abroad to see if she is suitable. Quentin finds the countess has no interest in the marriage, and is seeking the protection of King Louis XI (Robert Morley). Undaunted, he takes a job with the king, and soon falls in love with the countess himself.
Director
Richard Thorpe
Producer
Pandro S. Berman
Screenwriter
Robert Ardrey
Production Co
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Genre
History, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 23, 1955, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 22, 2009
Runtime
1h 41m
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