The Count of Monte-Cristo
Originally released in 1975. The Count of Monte-Cristo is a adventure/drama film. directed by David Greene.
Starring Richard Chamberlain, Trevor Howard, and Louis Jourdan
Synopsis
A TV adaptation of the classic Alexandre Dumas novel. Edmond Dantes is falsely accused by those jealous of his good fortune, and is sentenced to spend the rest of his life in the notorious island prison, Chateau d'If. While imprisoned, he meets the Abbe Faria, a fellow prisoner whom everyone believes to be mad. The Abbe tells Edmond of a fantastic treasure hidden away on a tiny island, that only he knows the location of. After many years in prison, the old Abbe dies, and Edmond escapes disguised as the dead body. Now free, Edmond must find the treasure the Abbe told him of, so he can use the new-found wealth to exact revenge on those who have wronged him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 31, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 59m
119 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (175 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Italy
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Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Norman Rosemont Productions
- ITC Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Count of Monte-Cristo about?
A TV adaptation of the classic Alexandre Dumas novel. Edmond Dantes is falsely accused by those jealous of his good fortune, and is sentenced to spend the rest of his life in the notorious island p...
Who directed The Count of Monte-Cristo?
The Count of Monte-Cristo was directed by David Greene.
How long is The Count of Monte-Cristo?
The Count of Monte-Cristo has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).
When was The Count of Monte-Cristo released?
The Count of Monte-Cristo was released on October 31, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Count of Monte-Cristo?
The main cast of The Count of Monte-Cristo includes Richard Chamberlain, Trevor Howard, Louis Jourdan, Donald Pleasence, Tony Curtis.
Is The Count of Monte-Cristo worth watching?
The Count of Monte-Cristo has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 175 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.