

Peer Gynt
Synopsis
The 1972 BBC adaptation of Ibsen’s epic dramatic fantasy about a man in search of his soul.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Colin Blakely
Peer Gynt
Wendy Hiller
Aase
Francesca Annis
Solveig
Sara Kestelman
Ingrid / Green Woman
Ray Barrett
Button moulder
Aubrey Morris
Ingrid’s father / King of the Trolls
Clive Graham
Aslak / Huhu
Julian Curry
Bridegroom / Pen
Karen Sirett
Helga
Lois Baxter
Anitra
Peggy Aitchison
Kari
Dudley Foster
Eberkopf / Strange passenger
David Cargill
Cotton / King Apis
John Franklyn-Robbins
Bridegroom's Father / Ballon / Captain
Terence Bayler
Director of the Madhouse
Helen Blatch
Additional cast
Janet Brandes
Additional cast
Claire Davenport
Additional cast
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Cooke
- Screenplay & Story
- Henrik Ibsen, Norman Ginsbury, Rosemary Hill
- Original Score
- Norman Percival
- Original Title
- Peer Gynt
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Cooke
Henrik Ibsen, Norman Ginsbury, Rosemary Hill
Norman Percival
Stan Pow
Cedric Messina
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Cooke
Director
Henrik Ibsen
Writer
Cedric Messina
Producer
Roger Andrews
Production Design
Stan Pow
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Peer Gynt.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Peer Gynt
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Peer Gynt about?
The 1972 BBC adaptation of Ibsen’s epic dramatic fantasy about a man in search of his soul.
Who directed Peer Gynt?
Peer Gynt was directed by Alan Cooke.
Who stars in Peer Gynt?
The principal cast of Peer Gynt includes Colin Blakely, Wendy Hiller, Francesca Annis, Sara Kestelman, Ray Barrett.
When was Peer Gynt released and how long is it?
Peer Gynt was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Peer Gynt?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Peer Gynt was composed by Norman Percival.



















