Androcles and the Lion 1952
“SPECTACLE, ROMANCE, COMEDY!...as only Shaw could write it and the screen show it!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Director
- Chester Erskine
- Network
- RKO Radio Pictures
What is Androcles and the Lion?
Androcles and the Lion is a film released in the United States on December 1, 1952, with a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes. The comedy film is a dramatization of the classic fable by George Bernard Shaw, written as a meditation on modern Christian values.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1952
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 1, 1952
- Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.9/10
- Episode runtime
- ~98 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- RKO Radio Pictures
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Androcles and the Lion is a film released in the United States on December 1, 1952, with a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes. The comedy film is a dramatization of the classic fable by George Bernard Shaw, written as a meditation on modern Christian values. The story follows a Christian slave who pulls a thorn from a lion's paw and is subsequently spared from death in the Colosseum as a result of his kind act. Pascal produced the film, which is played broadly and features comic character actor Alan Young as the titular naïf, Androcles. Alan Young is supported by a cast that includes Jean Simmons, Victor Mature, Robert Newton, and Elsa Lanchester.
Should you watch it?
“A kind-hearted Christian slave pulls a thorn from a lion's paw, altering his fate in the Colosseum.”
- Features a breezy, delightful dramatization of a classic fable written by George Bernard Shaw.
- Showcases a comedic lead performance by Alan Young supported by Jean Simmons, Victor Mature, Robert Newton, and Elsa Lanchester.
- Presents a meditation on modern Christian values set against the backdrop of the Colosseum.
- It is played broadly, which may not appeal to viewers looking for a strictly serious historical drama.
Watch it if you enjoy classic cinematic adaptations of George Bernard Shaw plays featuring broad comedy and ancient fables.
The tone is breezy, delightful, and played broadly as a comedy, offering a 1 hour and 38 minute runtime suitable for fans of classic theatrical adaptations.
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Streaming availability details can be checked on current movie platforms, as the film was released in the US on December 1, 1952.
Is Androcles and the Lion (1952) worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of George Bernard Shaw's work and classic ensemble comedies featuring Alan Young and Jean Simmons.
What is the run time for a binge duration?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.
What are the essential scenes or elements to watch for?
Essential elements include the interaction between the Christian slave and the lion in the Colosseum, as well as the performances by the main cast.
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