Romeo and Juliet
Synopsis
Two households, both alike in dignity, in fair Verona where we lay our scene, from ancient grudge break to new mutiny where civil blood makes civil hands unclean. From forth the fatal loins of these two foes a pair of star-cross'd lovers take their life whose misadventur'd piteous overthrows doth with their death bury their parents' strife.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Patrick Ryecart
Romeo
Rebecca Saire
Juliet
Celia Johnson
Nurse
Michael Hordern
Capulet
John Gielgud
Chorus
Joseph O'Conor
Friar Laurence
Laurence Naismith
Prince Escalus
Anthony Andrews
Mercutio
Alan Rickman
Tybalt
Jacqueline Hill
Lady Capulet
Christopher Strauli
Benvolio
Christopher Northey
Paris
Paul Henry
Peter
Roger Davidson
Balthasar
John Paul
Montague
Zulema Dene
Lady Montague
Esmond Knight
Old Capulet
David Sibley
Sampson
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alvin Rakoff
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Shallcross, William Shakespeare
- Original Score
- James Tyler
- Original Title
- Romeo and Juliet
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 47m
- Production Studios
- Time-Life Television Productions, BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alvin Rakoff
Alan Shallcross, William Shakespeare
James Tyler
Cedric Messina
Department Leadership Roster
Alvin Rakoff
Director
Cedric Messina
Producer
Stuart Walker
Production Design
Odette Barrow
Costume Design
James Tyler
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Romeo and Juliet.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Romeo and Juliet.
list2
BBC Shakespeare
Imported from JSON – BBC Shakespeare
Movies
Things to add
To Get
More Like Romeo and Juliet
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Romeo and Juliet
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Romeo and Juliet about?
Two households, both alike in dignity, in fair Verona where we lay our scene, from ancient grudge break to new mutiny where civil blood makes civil hands unclean. From forth the fatal loins of these two foes a pair of star-cross'd lovers take their life whose misadventur'd piteous overthrows doth with their death bury their parents' strife.
Who directed Romeo and Juliet?
Romeo and Juliet was directed by Alvin Rakoff.
Who stars in Romeo and Juliet?
The principal cast of Romeo and Juliet includes Patrick Ryecart, Rebecca Saire, Celia Johnson, Michael Hordern, John Gielgud.
When was Romeo and Juliet released and how long is it?
Romeo and Juliet was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 2h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Romeo and Juliet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Romeo and Juliet was composed by James Tyler.