Man of La Mancha

In the 16th century, poet, playwright and part-time actor Miguel de Cervantes has been arrested, together with his manservant, by the Spanish Inquisition. They're accused of presenting an entertainment offensive to the Inquisition. Inside the huge dungeon into which they have been cast, the other inmates gang up on Cervantes and his manservant, staging a mock trial, with the intention of stealing or burning his possessions. Cervantes wishes to desperately save a manuscript he carries with him and stages, with costumes, makeup, and the participation of the other prisoners, an unusual defense—the story of Don Quixote.

Tagline

“Peter O'Toole, Sophia Loren and James Coco dream 'The Impossible Dream' in...”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Music

Director

Arthur Hiller

Original Language

EN

What is Man of La Mancha about?

In the 16th century, poet, playwright and part-time actor Miguel de Cervantes has been arrested, together with his manservant, by the Spanish Inquisition. They're accused of presenting an entertainment offensive to the Inquisition. Inside the huge dungeon into which they have been cast, the other inmates gang up on Cervantes and his manservant, staging a mock trial, with the intention of stealing or burning his possessions. Cervantes wishes to desperately save a manuscript he carries with him and stages, with costumes, makeup, and the participation of the other prisoners, an unusual defense—the story of Don Quixote.

Who directed Man of La Mancha?

Man of La Mancha was directed by Arthur Hiller.

When was Man of La Mancha released?

Man of La Mancha was released on December 12, 1972.

How long is Man of La Mancha?

Man of La Mancha has a runtime of 2h 12m.

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