Alexander the Great (1956)
Alexander the Great is a 1956 adventure movie directed by Robert Rossen, with a running time of 2h 16m. It stars Richard Burton, Fredric March and Claire Bloom.
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.
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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.
When was Alexander the Great released?
Alexander the Great was released on 28 March 1956.
How long is Alexander the Great?
Alexander the Great runs 2h 16m.
Who made Alexander the Great?
Alexander the Great was directed by Robert Rossen.
Where can I watch Alexander the Great?
Alexander the Great is available on ScreenPix Amazon Channel , ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, YouTube TV, Tubi TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Where to watch Alexander the Great
Stream: ScreenPix Amazon Channel , ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, YouTube TV
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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
- Gustavo Rojo as Cleitus