Man of La Mancha (1972)
Man of La Mancha is a 1972 adventure movie directed by Arthur Hiller, with a running time of 2h 12m. It stars Peter O'Toole, Sophia Loren and James Coco.
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.
Quick answers
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.
When was Man of La Mancha released?
Man of La Mancha was released on 12 December 1972.
How long is Man of La Mancha?
Man of La Mancha runs 2h 12m.
Who made Man of La Mancha?
Man of La Mancha was directed by Arthur Hiller.
Where can I watch Man of La Mancha?
Man of La Mancha is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, MGM Plus, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo.
Where to watch Man of La Mancha
Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, MGM Plus, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, fuboTV
Watch free with ads: Tubi TV
Cast
- Peter O'Toole as Don Quixote De La Mancha / Miguel de Cervantes / Alonso Quijana
- Sophia Loren as Dulcinea / Aldonza
- James Coco as Sancho Panza / Cervantes' Manservant
- Ian Richardson as The Padre
- Harry Andrews as The Innkeeper / The Governor
- John Castle as Sanson Carrasco / The Duke
- Brian Blessed as Pedro
- Julie Gregg as Antonia Quijana
- Rosalie Crutchley as The Housekeeper
- Gino Conforti as The Barber
- Marne Maitland as Captain of the Guard
- Dorothy Sinclair as The Innkeeper's Wife