Pygmalion movie poster

Pygmalion

December 27, 1981 1h 30m

Originally released in 1981. Pygmalion is a feature film. directed by John Glenister.

Starring Twiggy, Robert Powell, and Mona Washbourne

Synopsis

When linguistics professor Henry Higgins boasts that he can pass off Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle as a princess with only six months' training, Colonel George Pickering takes him up on the bet. Eliza moves into Higgins's home and begins her rigorous training after the professor comes to a financial agreement with her dustman father, Alfred. But the plucky young woman is not the only one undergoing a transformation.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 27, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Yorkshire Television

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pygmalion about?

When linguistics professor Henry Higgins boasts that he can pass off Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle as a princess with only six months' training, Colonel George Pickering takes him up on the b...

Who directed Pygmalion?

Pygmalion was directed by John Glenister.

How long is Pygmalion?

Pygmalion has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was Pygmalion released?

Pygmalion was released on December 27, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Pygmalion?

The main cast of Pygmalion includes Twiggy, Robert Powell, Mona Washbourne, Ronald Fraser, Marsha Fitzalan.