The Mephisto Waltz
“...The Sound of Terror”
Synopsis
A frustrated pianist himself, music journalist Myles Clarkson is thrilled to interview virtuoso Duncan Ely. Duncan, however, is terminally ill and not much interested in Myles until noticing that Myles' hands are ideally suited for piano. Suddenly, he can't get enough of his new friend, and Myles' wife, Paula, becomes suspicious of Duncan's intentions. Her suspicions grow when Duncan dies and Myles mysteriously becomes a virtuoso overnight.
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Trailer: The Mephisto Waltz (1971)
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-06-11
Top Cast
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Alan Alda
Myles Clarkson
Jacqueline Bisset
Paula Clarkson
Barbara Parkins
Roxanne Delancey
Bradford Dillman
Bill Delancey
William Windom
Dr. Roger West
Curd Jürgens
Duncan Mowbray
Kathleen Widdoes
Maggie West
Pamelyn Ferdin
Abby Clarkson
Curt Lowens
Gregory Morton
Conductor
Janee Michelle
Agency Chief's Girlfriend
Lilyan Chauvin
Woman Writer
Khigh Dhiegh
Zanc Theun
Alberto Morin
Bennett
Berry Kroeger
Raymont
Antoinette Bower
Member of Ely's Group (uncredited)
Walter Brooke
Party Guest (uncredited)
Marta Kristen
Party Guest (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 9, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Wendkos
- Screenplay & Story
- Ben Maddow, Fred Mustard Stewart
- Original Score
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Original Title
- The Mephisto Waltz
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Production Studios
- Quinn Martin Productions (QM), 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Wendkos
Ben Maddow, Fred Mustard Stewart
Jerry Goldsmith
William W. Spencer
Richard K. Brockway
Quinn Martin
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Wendkos
Director
Ben Maddow
Writer
William W. Spencer
Director of Photography
Richard K. Brockway
Editor
Quinn Martin
Producer
Jerry Goldsmith
Original Music Composer
Moss Mabry
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mephisto Waltz
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What is The Mephisto Waltz about?
A frustrated pianist himself, music journalist Myles Clarkson is thrilled to interview virtuoso Duncan Ely. Duncan, however, is terminally ill and not much interested in Myles until noticing that Myles' hands are ideally suited for piano. Suddenly, he can't get enough of his new friend, and Myles' wife, Paula, becomes suspicious of Duncan's intentions. Her suspicions grow when Duncan dies and Myles mysteriously becomes a virtuoso overnight.
Who directed The Mephisto Waltz?
The Mephisto Waltz was directed by Paul Wendkos.
Who stars in The Mephisto Waltz?
The principal cast of The Mephisto Waltz includes Alan Alda, Jacqueline Bisset, Barbara Parkins, Bradford Dillman, William Windom.
When was The Mephisto Waltz released and how long is it?
The Mephisto Waltz was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for The Mephisto Waltz?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mephisto Waltz was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.
Is The Mephisto Waltz based on a book or true story?
The Mephisto Waltz is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Fred Mustard Stewart".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Mephisto Waltz?
The Mephisto Waltz holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).