The Scarlet Pimpernel

19822h 22m6.7(51 votes)

RomanceTV MovieAdventure

Synopsis

During the French Revolution, a mysterious English nobleman known only as The Scarlet Pimpernel (a humble wayside flower), snatches French aristos from the jaws of the guillotine, while posing as the foppish Sir Percy Blakeney in society. Percy falls for and marries the beautiful actress Marguerite…

The Scarlet Pimpernel (1982) is a romance, tv movie, and adventure film directed by Clive Donner. It stars Anthony Andrews, Jane Seymour, and Ian McKellen. The film runs for 2 hours 22 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.7 out of 10 from 51 votes.

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Director

Clive Donner

Cast

Anthony Andrews

Sir Percy Blakeney/The Scarlet Pimpernel

Jane Seymour

Marguerite St. Just

Ian McKellen

Chauvelin

James Villiers

Baron de Batz

Eleanor David

Louise

Malcolm Jamieson

Armand St. Just

Denis Lill

Count de Tournay

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Where can I watch The Scarlet Pimpernel?

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Who stars in The Scarlet Pimpernel?

The Scarlet Pimpernel stars Anthony Andrews, Jane Seymour, Ian McKellen, and James Villiers, and was directed by Clive Donner.

How long is The Scarlet Pimpernel?

The Scarlet Pimpernel has a runtime of 2 hours 22 minutes.

When did The Scarlet Pimpernel come out?

The Scarlet Pimpernel was released in 1982.

What genre is The Scarlet Pimpernel?

The Scarlet Pimpernel is a romance, tv movie, and adventure film.

Is The Scarlet Pimpernel worth watching?

The Scarlet Pimpernel holds an average audience score of 6.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.