Alexander the Great(1956)
“The colossus who conquered the world!”
Overview
An engrossing spectacle set in the 4th-century BC, in which Alexander of Greece leads his troops forth, conquering all of the known world, in the belief that the Greek way of thinking will bring enlightenment to people. The son of the barbaric and ruthless King Philip of Macedonia, Alexander achieved glory in his short but remarkable life.
Director
Robert Rossen
Studio
Rossen Films
Cast
Richard Burton
as Alexander
Fredric March
as Philip of Macedonia
Claire Bloom
as Barsine
Danielle Darrieux
as Olympias
Barry Jones
as Aristotle
Harry Andrews
as Darius
Stanley Baker
as Attalus
Niall MacGinnis
as Parmenio
Peter Cushing
as Memmon
Michael Hordern
as Demosthenes
Marisa de Leza
as Eurydice (as Marisa De Leza)
Gustavo Rojo
as Cleitus
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1956
Runtime
2h 16m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Production Companies
Rossen Films • C. B. Films • United Artists
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Where can I watch Alexander the Great?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Alexander the Great (1956).
What is Alexander the Great about?▼
An engrossing spectacle set in the 4th-century BC, in which Alexander of Greece leads his troops forth, conquering all of the known world, in the belief that the Greek way of thinking will bring enlightenment to people. The son of the barbaric and ruthless King Philip of Macedonia, Alexander achieved glory in his short but remarkable life.
Who directed Alexander the Great?▼
Alexander the Great was directed by Robert Rossen and released in 1956. It is a adventure, history, drama, war film.
How long is Alexander the Great?▼
Alexander the Great has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
Who stars in Alexander the Great?▼
The cast of Alexander the Great includes Richard Burton as Alexander, Fredric March as Philip of Macedonia, Claire Bloom as Barsine, Danielle Darrieux as Olympias, Barry Jones as Aristotle and more.
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