The Canterbury Tales movie poster

The Canterbury Tales

"From the team that gave you "Decameron", Geoffrey Chaucer's Lustiest Tales of Merrie Olde England!"

September 2, 1972 1h 51m 6.1/10 (229 votes)

Originally released in 1972. The Canterbury Tales is a comedy/history film. directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.

Starring Hugh Griffith, Laura Betti, and Ninetto Davoli

Synopsis

Glimpses of Chaucer penning his famous work are sprinkled through this re-enactment of several of his stories.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 2, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 51m 111 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (229 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Les Productions Artistes Associés
  • PEA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Canterbury Tales about?

Glimpses of Chaucer penning his famous work are sprinkled through this re-enactment of several of his stories.

Who directed The Canterbury Tales?

The Canterbury Tales was directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini.

How long is The Canterbury Tales?

The Canterbury Tales has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).

When was The Canterbury Tales released?

The Canterbury Tales was released on September 2, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Canterbury Tales?

The main cast of The Canterbury Tales includes Hugh Griffith, Laura Betti, Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Josephine Chaplin.

Is The Canterbury Tales worth watching?

The Canterbury Tales has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 229 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.