Up Pompeii(1971)
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Overview
A funny thing happens to Lurcio on the way to the rent-a-vestal-virgin market stall. A mysterious scroll falls into his hands, listing the names of all the conspirators plotting to murder Emperor Nero. And when the upstart slave is elected to infiltrate the ringleader's den, the comical ups-and-downs lead to total uproar.
Director
Bob Kellett
Studio
Anglo-EMI
Cast
Frankie Howerd
as Lurcio
Patrick Cargill
as Nero
Bill Fraser
as Prosperus Maximus
Michael Hordern
as Ludicrus Sextus
Barbara Murray
as Ammonia
Lance Percival
as Captain Bilius
Adrienne Posta
as Scrubba
Bernard Bresslaw
as Gorgo
Roy Hudd
as Nero's M.C.
Julie Ege
as Voluptua
Lally Bowers
as Procuria
Kenneth Cranham
as Christian
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1971
Runtime
1h 30m
Language
English
Rating
6.1 / 10
Production Companies
Anglo-EMI • Associated London Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Up Pompeii?▼
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What is Up Pompeii about?▼
A funny thing happens to Lurcio on the way to the rent-a-vestal-virgin market stall. A mysterious scroll falls into his hands, listing the names of all the conspirators plotting to murder Emperor Nero. And when the upstart slave is elected to infiltrate the ringleader's den, the comical ups-and-downs lead to total uproar.
Who directed Up Pompeii?▼
Up Pompeii was directed by Bob Kellett and released in 1971. It is a comedy film.
How long is Up Pompeii?▼
Up Pompeii has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
Who stars in Up Pompeii?▼
The cast of Up Pompeii includes Frankie Howerd as Lurcio, Patrick Cargill as Nero, Bill Fraser as Prosperus Maximus, Michael Hordern as Ludicrus Sextus, Barbara Murray as Ammonia and more.
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