Antony and Cleopatra
“A Classic of Love and Treachery”
Synopsis
After the murder of her lover Julius Caesar, Egypt's Queen Cleopatra needs a new ally. She seduces his probable successor Mark Antony. This develops into real love and slowly leads to a war with the other possible successor, Octavius.
Top Cast
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Janet Suzman
Cleopatra
Richard Johnson
Antony
Corin Redgrave
Octavius
Patrick Stewart
Enobarbus
Rosemary McHale
Charmian
Philip Locke
Agrippa
Mary Rutherford
Octavia
Raymond Westwell
Lepidus
Darien Angadi
Alexas
Geoffrey Hutchings
Fig Seller
Tony Osoba
Cleopatra's Servant
William Morgan Sheppard
Scarus
Ben Kingsley
Thidias
Tim Pigott-Smith
Proculeius
William Thomas
Soldier
Gito Santana
Servant
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 4, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Scoffield, Trevor Nunn
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Score
- Guy Woolfenden
- Original Title
- Antony and Cleopatra
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 41m
- Production Studios
- Royal Shakespeare Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Scoffield, Trevor Nunn
William Shakespeare
Guy Woolfenden
Department Leadership Roster
Jon Scoffield
Director
Trevor Nunn
Director
Guy Woolfenden
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Antony and Cleopatra
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Antony and Cleopatra about?
After the murder of her lover Julius Caesar, Egypt's Queen Cleopatra needs a new ally. She seduces his probable successor Mark Antony. This develops into real love and slowly leads to a war with the other possible successor, Octavius.
Who directed Antony and Cleopatra?
Antony and Cleopatra was directed by Jon Scoffield, Trevor Nunn.
Who stars in Antony and Cleopatra?
The principal cast of Antony and Cleopatra includes Janet Suzman, Richard Johnson, Corin Redgrave, Patrick Stewart, Rosemary McHale.
When was Antony and Cleopatra released and how long is it?
Antony and Cleopatra was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 2h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Antony and Cleopatra?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Antony and Cleopatra was composed by Guy Woolfenden.