Captain Lightfoot
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Synopsis
In 1815, Michael Martin, member of an Irish revolutionary society, turns highwayman to support it, and soon becomes an outlaw. In Dublin, he meets famous rebel "Captain Thunderbolt" and becomes his second-in-command, under the name "Lightfoot."
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Rock Hudson - " Captain Lightfoot " Trailer - 1955
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-08
Top Cast
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Rock Hudson
Michael Martin
Barbara Rush
Aga Doherty
Jeff Morrow
John Doherty
Kathleen Ryan
Lady Anne More
Finlay Currie
Callahan
Denis O'Dea
Regis Donnell
Geoffrey Toone
Captain Hood
Hilton Edwards
Lord Glen
Sheila Brennan
Waitress
Charles B. Fitzsimons
Dan Shanley
Christopher Casson
Lord Clonmell
Philip O'Flynn
Trim
Shay Gorman
Tim Keenan
Kenneth MacDonald
Desmond
Robert Bernal
Clagett
Louise Studley
Cathy
J.G. Devlin
Tuer O'Brien
Mike Nolan
Willie the Goat
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 26, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Douglas Sirk
- Screenplay & Story
- W.R. Burnett, Oscar Brodney
- Original Score
- Heinz Roemheld, Herman Stein
- Original Title
- Captain Lightfoot
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.3M
- Production Studios
- Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Douglas Sirk
W.R. Burnett, Oscar Brodney
Heinz Roemheld, Herman Stein
Irving Glassberg
Frank Gross
Ross Hunter
Department Leadership Roster
Irving Glassberg
Director of Photography
Douglas Sirk
Director
W.R. Burnett
Writer
Oscar Brodney
Writer
Ross Hunter
Producer
Frank Gross
Editor
Bill Thomas
Costume Design
Oliver Emert
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Captain Lightfoot
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Captain Lightfoot about?
In 1815, Michael Martin, member of an Irish revolutionary society, turns highwayman to support it, and soon becomes an outlaw. In Dublin, he meets famous rebel "Captain Thunderbolt" and becomes his second-in-command, under the name "Lightfoot."
Who directed Captain Lightfoot?
Captain Lightfoot was directed by Douglas Sirk.
Who stars in Captain Lightfoot?
The principal cast of Captain Lightfoot includes Rock Hudson, Barbara Rush, Jeff Morrow, Kathleen Ryan, Finlay Currie.
When was Captain Lightfoot released and how long is it?
Captain Lightfoot was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
How much did Captain Lightfoot make at the box office?
Captain Lightfoot grossed $1.3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Captain Lightfoot?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Captain Lightfoot was composed by Heinz Roemheld, Herman Stein.
Is Captain Lightfoot based on a book or true story?
Captain Lightfoot is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "W.R. Burnett".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Captain Lightfoot?
Captain Lightfoot holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).