This is probably my favourite Sir Walter Scott story. In this rendition, Robert Taylor is the valiant "Quentin Durward" sent by his impoverished Scottish uncle to assess the suitability of the fabulously wealthy Kay Kendall "Isabelle" as a potential wife. Along the way he becomes involved in the political intrigues of Louis XI (Robert Morley) and his cousin, the Duke of Burgundy (Alec Clunes) as they vie for control…
MGM presents in CINEMASCOPE and COLOR...Sir Walter Scott's The Adventures of Quentin Durward
During the 15th century reign of France's King Louis XI, a young Scottish man is sent by his English Lord to woo a French lady on his behalf. The plan goes awry when the young man falls in love with her. Based on the classic novel by Sir Walter Scott.
Top Cast
Robert Taylor
Quentin Durward
Kay Kendall
Isabelle, Countess of Marcroy
Robert Morley
King Louis XI
George Cole
Hayraddin
Alec Clunes
Charles, Duke of Burgandy
Duncan Lamont
Count William De la Marck
Laya Raki
Gypsy dancer
Marius Goring
Count Philip De Creville
Wilfrid Hyde-White
Master Oliver
Eric Pohlmann
Gluckmeister
Harcourt Williams
Bishop of Liege
Michael Goodliffe
Count De Dunois
John Carson
Duke of Orleans
Nicholas Hannen
Cardinal Balus
Moultrie Kelsall
Lord Malcolm
Frank Tickle
Petit-André
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What is Quentin Durward about?
During the 15th century reign of France's King Louis XI, a young Scottish man is sent by his English Lord to woo a French lady on his behalf. The plan goes awry when the young man falls in love with her. Based on the classic novel by Sir Walter Scott.
When was Quentin Durward released?
Quentin Durward was released in 1955.
What genres does Quentin Durward belong to?
Quentin Durward is categorised as Adventure, History, Romance.
Who stars in Quentin Durward?
The cast of Quentin Durward includes Robert Taylor, Kay Kendall, Robert Morley, George Cole, Alec Clunes.