Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel
Synopsis
Sir Percy is forced to return to France one last time, to rescue his wife from the clutches of the sinister Robespierre. It's clearly a trap, but nothing will keep the good Pimpernel from carrying out his mission.
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Barry K. Barnes
Sir Percy Blakeney alias The Scarlet Pimpernel
Sophie Stewart
Marguerite Blakeney
Margaretta Scott
Theresa Cobarrus
James Mason
Jean Tallien
Francis Lister
Chauvelin
Anthony Bushell
Sir Andrew Foulkes
Patrick Barr
Lord Hastings
John Abbott
Flower Seller
David Tree
Lord Harry Denning
John Counsell
Sir John Selton
Henry Oscar
Maximilien Robespierre
Hugh Miller
De Calmet
Allan Jeayes
Judge of the Tribunal
O.B. Clarence
De Marre
George Merritt
Chief of Police
Evelyn Roberts
Prince Regent
Ben Williams
Robespierre's Spy
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 10, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hanns Schwarz
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur Wimperis, Lajos Biró, Adrian Brunel
- Original Title
- Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- London Films Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hanns Schwarz
Arthur Wimperis, Lajos Biró, Adrian Brunel, Baroness Emmuska Orczy
Department Leadership Roster
Hanns Schwarz
Director
Arthur Wimperis
Screenplay
Lajos Biró
Screenplay
Adrian Brunel
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel about?
Sir Percy is forced to return to France one last time, to rescue his wife from the clutches of the sinister Robespierre. It's clearly a trap, but nothing will keep the good Pimpernel from carrying out his mission.
Who directed Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel?
Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel was directed by Hanns Schwarz.
Who stars in Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel?
The principal cast of Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel includes Barry K. Barnes, Sophie Stewart, Margaretta Scott, James Mason, Francis Lister.
When was Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel released and how long is it?
Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Is Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel based on a book or true story?
Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Baroness Emmuska Orczy".