The Duellists
“Fencing is a science. Loving is a passion. Duelling is an obsession.”
Synopsis
In 1800, as Napoleon Bonaparte rises to power in France, a rivalry erupts between Armand and Gabriel, two lieutenants in the French Army, over a perceived insult. For over a decade, they engage in a series of duels amidst larger conflicts, including the failed French invasion of Russia in 1812, and shifts in the political and social systems of Europe.
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Top Cast
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Keith Carradine
Armand d'Hubert
Harvey Keitel
Gabriel Feraud
Albert Finney
Joseph Fouché
Edward Fox
Colonel Perteley
Cristina Raines
Adèle
Robert Stephens
Brigadier-General Treillard
Tom Conti
Dr. Jacquin
John McEnery
Amiable Second
Diana Quick
Laura
Alun Armstrong
Lieutenant Lacourbe
Maurice Colbourne
Tall Second
Gay Hamilton
Maid
Meg Wynn Owen
Léonie
Jenny Runacre
Mme. de Lionne
Alan Webb
Chevalier du Rivarol
Arthur Dignam
Captain with Eyepatch
Matthew Guinness
Mayor's Son
Dave Hill
Cuirassier
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 13, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 8, 1987
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$900K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ridley Scott
- Screenplay & Story
- Gerald Vaughan-Hughes
- Original Score
- Howard Blake
- Original Title
- The Duellists
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Budget
- $900K
- Production Studios
- Enigma Productions, Paramount Pictures, Scott Free Productions, National Film Finance Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ridley Scott
Gerald Vaughan-Hughes, Joseph Conrad
Howard Blake
Frank Tidy
Pamela Power
David Puttnam
Department Leadership Roster
David Puttnam
Producer
Ridley Scott
Director
Gerald Vaughan-Hughes
Screenplay
Tom Rand
Costume Design
Peter J. Hampton
Production Design
Pamela Power
Editor
Frank Tidy
Director of Photography
Howard Blake
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Duellists
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What is The Duellists about?
In 1800, as Napoleon Bonaparte rises to power in France, a rivalry erupts between Armand and Gabriel, two lieutenants in the French Army, over a perceived insult. For over a decade, they engage in a series of duels amidst larger conflicts, including the failed French invasion of Russia in 1812, and shifts in the political and social systems of Europe.
Who directed The Duellists?
The Duellists was directed by Ridley Scott.
Who stars in The Duellists?
The principal cast of The Duellists includes Keith Carradine, Harvey Keitel, Albert Finney, Edward Fox, Cristina Raines.
When was The Duellists released and how long is it?
The Duellists was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Duellists?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Duellists was composed by Howard Blake.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Duellists?
The Duellists holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).