The Long Ships
"The Viking adventurers who challenged the seas... and conquered the world!"
Originally released in 1964. The Long Ships is a adventure/drama film. directed by Jack Cardiff. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Richard Widmark, Sidney Poitier, and Russ Tamblyn
Synopsis
Moorish ruler El Mansuh is determined to locate a massive bell made of gold known as the "Mother of Voices." Viking explorer Rolfe also becomes intent on finding the mythical treasure, and sails with his crew from Scandinavia to Africa to track it down. Reluctantly working together, El Mansuh and Rolfe, along with their men, embark on a quest for the prized object, but only one leader will be able to claim the bell as his own β if it even exists at all.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 22, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
2h 6m
126 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (59 votes)
Budget
$3M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,000,000
Production Companies
- Warwick Film Productions
- Avala Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Long Ships about?
Moorish ruler El Mansuh is determined to locate a massive bell made of gold known as the "Mother of Voices." Viking explorer Rolfe also becomes intent on finding the mythical treasure, and sails wi...
Who directed The Long Ships?
The Long Ships was directed by Jack Cardiff.
How long is The Long Ships?
The Long Ships has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
When was The Long Ships released?
The Long Ships was released on April 22, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Long Ships?
The main cast of The Long Ships includes Richard Widmark, Sidney Poitier, Russ Tamblyn, Rosanna Schiaffino, Oskar Homolka.