The Adventures of Gerard
Synopsis
Based on satirical short stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle about a vain, egotistical Etienne Gerard, a French brigadier serving during the Napoleonic Wars. He thinks he's the best soldier and lover that ever lived and intends to prove it.
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Peter McEnery
Col. Etienne Gerard (Hussars of Conflans)
Claudia Cardinale
Teresa, Countess of Morales
Eli Wallach
Napoleon Bonaparte
Jack Hawkins
Marshal Millefleurs (Renegade English Officer)
Mark Burns
Col. Russell (Coldstream Guards)
Norman Rossington
Sgt. Papilette (Hussars of Conflans)
John Neville
Duke of Wellington
Paolo Stoppa
Santarem, Count of Morales
Ivan Desny
Gen. Lassalle
Leopoldo Trieste
Marshal Henri Massena
Aude Loring
Madeleine
Véronique Vendell
Young Woman in Hay
Carlo Delle Piane
Ugo Fangareggi
John Bartha
Omero Capanna
Fighter (uncredited)
Mario Ingrassia
Soldier (uncredited)
Solvi Stübing
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerzy Skolimowski
- Screenplay & Story
- Jerzy Skolimowski
- Original Score
- Riz Ortolani
- Original Title
- The Adventures of Gerard
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- United Artists, Sir Nigel Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jerzy Skolimowski
Jerzy Skolimowski, H.A.L. Craig, Arthur Conan Doyle, Henry E. Lester
Riz Ortolani
Witold Sobociński
Alastair McIntyre, John S. Smith
Gene Gutowski, Henry E. Lester
Department Leadership Roster
Jerzy Skolimowski
Screenplay
Jerzy Skolimowski
Director
H.A.L. Craig
Writer
Witold Sobociński
Director of Photography
Gene Gutowski
Producer
Henry E. Lester
Producer
Riz Ortolani
Original Music Composer
Alastair McIntyre
Editor
John S. Smith
Editor
William Hutchinson
Production Design
Dario Cecchi
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Adventures of Gerard
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What is The Adventures of Gerard about?
Based on satirical short stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle about a vain, egotistical Etienne Gerard, a French brigadier serving during the Napoleonic Wars. He thinks he's the best soldier and lover that ever lived and intends to prove it.
Who directed The Adventures of Gerard?
The Adventures of Gerard was directed by Jerzy Skolimowski.
Who stars in The Adventures of Gerard?
The principal cast of The Adventures of Gerard includes Peter McEnery, Claudia Cardinale, Eli Wallach, Jack Hawkins, Mark Burns.
When was The Adventures of Gerard released and how long is it?
The Adventures of Gerard was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Adventures of Gerard?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Adventures of Gerard was composed by Riz Ortolani.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Adventures of Gerard?
The Adventures of Gerard holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).