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The Merchant of Venice

7.0/10

April 16, 1972

120 minutes

Cedric Messina

Drama

Overview

Maggie Smith, Frank Finlay and Charles Gray star in the adaptation of William Shakespeare's classic play. The Venice Titian and the Belmont of Botticelli serve as the visual inspiration behind this lavish production.

Movie Details

Release Date

April 16, 1972

Runtime

120 minutes

Director

Cedric Messina

Rating

7.0/10

Production Companies

BBC Studios

Cast

Maggie Smith

Portia

Frank Finlay

Shylock

Charles Gray

Antonio

Robert Harris

Duke of Venice

Ania Marson

Jessica

Christopher Gable

Bassanio