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El Cid

Action • Drama • History • Romance • War • 1961 • 3h 7m

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RATING★ 3.4

RUNTIME3h 7m

LANGUAGEEN

STATUSReleased

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📖 Synopsis

Epic film of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz ("El Cid" to his followers), who, without compromising his strict sense of honour, still succeeds in taking the initiative and driving the Moors from Spain.

🎥 Production Details

Tagline: “The GREATEST ROMANCE and ADVENTURE in a THOUSAND YEARS!”
Release Status: Released
Genres: Action, Drama, History, Romance, War
Director: Anthony Mann
Original Language: EN

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is El Cid about?: Epic film of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz ("El Cid" to his followers), who, without compromising his strict sense of honour, still succeeds in taking the initiative and driving the Moors from Spain.
Who directed El Cid?: El Cid was directed by Anthony Mann.
When was El Cid released?: El Cid was released on October 24, 1961.
How long is El Cid?: El Cid has a runtime of 3h 7m.
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