Romeo and Juliet(1968)
“No ordinary love story...”
Overview
Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet fall in love against the wishes of their feuding families. Driven by their passion, the young lovers defy their destiny and elope, only to suffer the ultimate tragedy.
Director
Franco Zeffirelli
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Revenue
$39M
Cast
Leonard Whiting
as Romeo
Olivia Hussey
as Juliet
John McEnery
as Mercutio
Michael York
as Tybalt
Milo O'Shea
as Friar Laurence
Pat Heywood
as the Nurse
Robert Stephens
as the Prince
Bruce Robinson
as Benvolio
Paul Hardwick
as Lord Capulet
Natasha Parry
as Lady Capulet
Antonio Pierfederici
as Lord Montague
Esmeralda Ruspoli
as Lady Montague
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1968
Runtime
2h 18m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Box Office
$39M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • DDL Cinematografica • BHE Films
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Where can I watch Romeo and Juliet?▼
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What is Romeo and Juliet about?▼
Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet fall in love against the wishes of their feuding families. Driven by their passion, the young lovers defy their destiny and elope, only to suffer the ultimate tragedy.
Who directed Romeo and Juliet?▼
Romeo and Juliet was directed by Franco Zeffirelli and released in 1968. It is a drama, romance film.
How long is Romeo and Juliet?▼
Romeo and Juliet has a runtime of 2 hours and 18 minutes (138 minutes total).
Who stars in Romeo and Juliet?▼
The cast of Romeo and Juliet includes Leonard Whiting as Romeo, Olivia Hussey as Juliet, John McEnery as Mercutio, Michael York as Tybalt, Milo O'Shea as Friar Laurence and more.
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