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Around the World in 80 Days (1956)

โ€œIt's a wonderful world, if you'll only take the time to go around it!โ€

6.7/10 ยท 604 votes 3h 2m g ComedyFantasyAdventureRomanceFamily

#11 of 11 films from 1956 #1197 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Michael Anderson ยท Written by Jules Verne, James Poe, John Farrow, S.J. Perelman

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Overview

Based on the famous book by Jules Verne the movie follows Phileas Fogg on his journey around the world. Which has to be completed within 80 days, a very short period for those days.

Cast

David Nivenas Phileas Fogg
Cantinflasas Passepartout
Finlay Currieas Whist Partner
Robert Morleyas Ralph
Charles Boyeras Monsieur Gasse
Robert Newtonas Mr. Fix
Gilbert Rolandas Achmed Abdullah
Marlene Dietrichas Saloon Hostess
Frank Sinatraas Saloon Pianist
Buster Keatonas Train Conductor
John Carradineas Proctor Stamp
Peter Lorreas Steward
George Raftas Saloon Bouncer
Tim McCoyas Colonel

Facts

Release dateOctober 17, 1956
Runtime182 min (3h 2m) โ€” longer as the 1956 average of 122 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Adventure, Romance, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$6,000,000
Box office$42,000,000 (7.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0048960

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Questions

How long is Around the World in 80 Days?
Around the World in 80 Days runs 182 minutes (3h 2m), which is long for a comedy โ€” plan for it.
Is Around the World in 80 Days worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 604 votes, which places it #11 of 11 films released in 1956 in this index (top 9%) and #1197 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Around the World in 80 Days?
Around the World in 80 Days was directed by Michael Anderson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Logan's Run (1976).
Who stars in Around the World in 80 Days?
David Niven as Phileas Fogg; Cantinflas as Passepartout; Finlay Currie as Whist Partner; Robert Morley as Ralph; Charles Boyer as Monsieur Gasse; Robert Newton as Mr. Fix.
What is Around the World in 80 Days rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Around the World in 80 Days?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/3085.

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