It Happened in Athens
“When Jayne Becomes the Olympic Prize...It's An Outdoor Variation on an Inside Sport!”
Synopsis
In 1896 it is announced that the Olympic Games will be revived in Athens. A young shepherd, Spiridon Loues, decides to enter the 26-mile marathon. Once in Athens, he meets Christina Gratsos, a young woman from his hometown who is now the personal maid of Eleni Costa, Greece's most glamorous actress. Though he has arrived after the qualification date, Spiridon's athletic prowess so impresses Coach Graham of the American team that he is permitted to enter the contest. Eleni informs the press that she will marry the victor, confident it will be her lover, Lieutenant Vinardos.
Top Cast
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Trax Colton
Spiridon Loues
Jayne Mansfield
Eleni Costa
Nico Minardos
Lt. Alexi Vinardos
Bob Mathias
Coach Graham
Xenia Kalogeropoulou
Christina Gratsos
Ivan Triesault
Grandpa Loues / Mr. Trisapopolis
Lily Valenty
Mama Loues
Titos Vandis
Father Loues
Charles Fawcett
Ambassador Cyrus T. Gaylord
Jean Murat
De Coubertin
Roger Browne
Drake
Marion Siva
Maria Loues
Paul Müller
Priest
Gustavo De Nardo
George
Roger Fradet
Dubois
Denton De Gray
O'Toole
George Graham
Stadium Announcer
Tod Windsor
Burke
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 20, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew Marton
- Screenplay & Story
- László Vadnay
- Original Score
- Manos Hatzidakis
- Original Title
- It Happened in Athens
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Marton
László Vadnay
Manos Hatzidakis
Curt Courant
Jodie Copelan
James S. Elliott
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Marton
Director
László Vadnay
Writer
James S. Elliott
Producer
Curt Courant
Director of Photography
Jodie Copelan
Editor
Adele Parmenter
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for It Happened in Athens.
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What is It Happened in Athens about?
In 1896 it is announced that the Olympic Games will be revived in Athens. A young shepherd, Spiridon Loues, decides to enter the 26-mile marathon. Once in Athens, he meets Christina Gratsos, a young woman from his hometown who is now the personal maid of Eleni Costa, Greece's most glamorous actress. Though he has arrived after the qualification date, Spiridon's athletic prowess so impresses Coach Graham of the American team that he is permitted to enter the contest. Eleni informs the press that she will marry the victor, confident it will be her lover, Lieutenant Vinardos.
Who directed It Happened in Athens?
It Happened in Athens was directed by Andrew Marton.
Who stars in It Happened in Athens?
The principal cast of It Happened in Athens includes Trax Colton, Jayne Mansfield, Nico Minardos, Bob Mathias, Xenia Kalogeropoulou.
When was It Happened in Athens released and how long is it?
It Happened in Athens was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for It Happened in Athens?
The original motion picture soundtrack for It Happened in Athens was composed by Manos Hatzidakis.