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Romeo and Juliet (1968)

โ€œNo ordinary love story...โ€

7.4/10 ยท 748 votes 2h 18m pg RomanceDrama

#7 of 22 films from 1968 #276 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Franco Zeffirelli ยท Written by Franco Zeffirelli, Franco Brusati, Masolino D'Amico

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Overview

Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet fall in love against the wishes of their feuding families. Driven by their passion, the young lovers defy their destiny and elope, only to suffer the ultimate tragedy.

Cast

Leonard Whitingas Romeo
Olivia Husseyas Juliet
John McEneryas Mercutio
Michael Yorkas Tybalt
Milo O'Sheaas Friar Laurence
Pat Heywoodas the Nurse
Robert Stephensas the Prince
Bruce Robinsonas Benvolio
Paul Hardwickas Lord Capulet
Natasha Parryas Lady Capulet
Antonio Pierfedericias Lord Montague
Esmeralda Ruspolias Lady Montague
Roberto Bisaccoas Lord Paris
Roy Holderas Peter

Facts

Release dateApril 2, 1968
Runtime138 min (2h 18m) โ€” longer as the 1968 average of 114 min
GenresRomance, Drama
LanguageEN
Box office$38,901,218
IMDbtt0063518

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Questions

How long is Romeo and Juliet?
Romeo and Juliet runs 138 minutes (2h 18m).
Is Romeo and Juliet worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 748 votes, which places it #7 of 22 films released in 1968 in this index (top 73%) and #276 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed Romeo and Juliet?
Romeo and Juliet was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
Who stars in Romeo and Juliet?
Leonard Whiting as Romeo; Olivia Hussey as Juliet; John McEnery as Mercutio; Michael York as Tybalt; Milo O'Shea as Friar Laurence; Pat Heywood as the Nurse.
What is Romeo and Juliet rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Romeo and Juliet?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/66380.

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