Oedipus Rex
“A Shattering Experience!”
Synopsis
The story of Oedipus' gradual discovery of his primal crime, killing his father and marrying his mother, filmed by the famed British theatrical director Sir Tyrone Guthrie. This elegant version of Sophocles' play adds a brilliant stroke: the actors wear masks just as the Greeks did in the playwright's day.
Top Cast
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Douglas Campbell
Oedipus
Eleanor Stuart
Jocasta
Robert Goodier
Creon
Donald Davis
Tiresias
Douglas Rain
Messenger
William Hutt
Chorus Leader
Tony Van Bridge
Man From Corinth
Eric House
Shepherd / Old Priest
Robert Christie
Chorus
Ted Follows
Chorus
David Gardner
Chorus
Bruno Gerussi
Chorus
Richard Howard
Chorus
Roland Hewgill
Chorus
William Shatner
Chorus
Edward Holmes
Chorus
Louis Negin
Chorus
Neil Vipond
Chorus
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 7, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tyrone Guthrie
- Screenplay & Story
- William Butler Yeats, Sophocles
- Original Score
- Louis Applebaum
- Original Title
- Oedipus Rex
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Oedipus Rex Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tyrone Guthrie
William Butler Yeats, Sophocles
Louis Applebaum
Roger Barlow
Richard C. Meyer
Leonid Kipnis
Department Leadership Roster
Tyrone Guthrie
Director
William Butler Yeats
Writer
Leonid Kipnis
Producer
Richard C. Meyer
Editor
Roger Barlow
Director of Photography
Louis Applebaum
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Oedipus Rex.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oedipus Rex
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Oedipus Rex about?
The story of Oedipus' gradual discovery of his primal crime, killing his father and marrying his mother, filmed by the famed British theatrical director Sir Tyrone Guthrie. This elegant version of Sophocles' play adds a brilliant stroke: the actors wear masks just as the Greeks did in the playwright's day.
Who directed Oedipus Rex?
Oedipus Rex was directed by Tyrone Guthrie.
Who stars in Oedipus Rex?
The principal cast of Oedipus Rex includes Douglas Campbell, Eleanor Stuart, Robert Goodier, Donald Davis, Douglas Rain.
When was Oedipus Rex released and how long is it?
Oedipus Rex was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Oedipus Rex?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Oedipus Rex was composed by Louis Applebaum.