Riel
Originally released in 1979. Riel is a drama/history film. directed by George Bloomfield. With a runtime of 2h 27m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Raymond Cloutier, Christopher Plummer, and Roger Blay
Synopsis
A film about the actions of the Metis rebel leader who opposed the Canadian government in two seperate rebellions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 11, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
2h 27m
147 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Top Cast
Raymond Cloutier
as Louis Riel
Christopher Plummer
as Prime Minister John A. Macdonald
Roger Blay
as Gabriel Dumont
Maury Chaykin
as Howard
Barry Morse
as William Mactavish
Leslie Nielsen
as Major Leif Newry Fitzroy Crozier
Dave Thomas
as Militia Captain
William Shatner
as The Barker
Donald Harron
as Donald Smith
Chris Wiggins
as General Frederick Dobson Middleton
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riel about?
A film about the actions of the Metis rebel leader who opposed the Canadian government in two seperate rebellions.
Who directed Riel?
Riel was directed by George Bloomfield.
How long is Riel?
Riel has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes (147 minutes total).
When was Riel released?
Riel was released on April 11, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Riel?
The main cast of Riel includes Raymond Cloutier, Christopher Plummer, Roger Blay, Maury Chaykin, Barry Morse.