Up Pompeii
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Synopsis
A funny thing happens to Lurcio on the way to the rent-a-vestal-virgin market stall. A mysterious scroll falls into his hands, listing the names of all the conspirators plotting to murder Emperor Nero. And when the upstart slave is elected to infiltrate the ringleader's den, the comical ups-and-downs lead to total uproar.
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Up Pompeii (1971) 16mm film short teaser trailer
Type: Teaser • Published 2020-10-22
Top Cast
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Frankie Howerd
Lurcio
Patrick Cargill
Nero
Bill Fraser
Prosperus Maximus
Michael Hordern
Ludicrus Sextus
Barbara Murray
Ammonia
Lance Percival
Captain Bilius
Adrienne Posta
Scrubba
Bernard Bresslaw
Gorgo
Roy Hudd
Nero's M.C.
Julie Ege
Voluptua
Lally Bowers
Procuria
Kenneth Cranham
Christian
Russell Hunter
Jailer
Laraine Humphrys
Flavia
Royce Mills
Nausius
Hugh Paddick
Priest
Madeline Smith
Erotica
Ian Trigger
Odius
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bob Kellett
- Screenplay & Story
- Sid Colin
- Original Score
- Carl Davis
- Original Title
- Up Pompeii
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Anglo-EMI, Associated London Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bob Kellett
Sid Colin, Talbot Rothwell
Carl Davis
Ian Wilson
Al Gell
Ned Sherrin, Beryl Vertue
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Kellett
Director
Sid Colin
Screenplay
Ned Sherrin
Producer
Carl Davis
Original Music Composer
Ian Wilson
Director of Photography
Al Gell
Editor
Seamus Flannery
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Up Pompeii
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What is Up Pompeii about?
A funny thing happens to Lurcio on the way to the rent-a-vestal-virgin market stall. A mysterious scroll falls into his hands, listing the names of all the conspirators plotting to murder Emperor Nero. And when the upstart slave is elected to infiltrate the ringleader's den, the comical ups-and-downs lead to total uproar.
Who directed Up Pompeii?
Up Pompeii was directed by Bob Kellett.
Who stars in Up Pompeii?
The principal cast of Up Pompeii includes Frankie Howerd, Patrick Cargill, Bill Fraser, Michael Hordern, Barbara Murray.
When was Up Pompeii released and how long is it?
Up Pompeii was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Up Pompeii?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Up Pompeii was composed by Carl Davis.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Up Pompeii?
Up Pompeii holds official age classifications: GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).