The Magnificent Two
Synopsis
Two salesmen travel to a small South American Country to peddle their wares. However the country is in the middle of a major conflict between the Government led by Diaz and the rebels led by Torez. When Torez is accidentally killed the rebels mistaken pick up one of the salesmen, Eric, as he looks like Torez. Eric and Ernie are promised millions to carry on the charade once the rebels take charge. However once Eric takes charge he finds himself back in danger as scheming general Carillo plans to remove the impostor from his role.
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Eric Morecambe
Eric/Fernando Torres
Ernie Wise
Ernie
Margit Saad
General Carla Marin
Virgílio Teixeira
General Carrillo
Cecil Parker
Sir John
Isobel Black
Officer Juanita
Martin Benson
President Diaz
Michael Godfrey
Manuelo
Sue Sylvaine
Carmelita Diaz
Henry Beltran
Jose Diaz
Tyler Butterworth
Miguel Diaz
Sandor Elès
Armandez
Andreas Malandrinos
Juan
Victor Maddern
Drunken Soldier
Charles Laurence
Sharpshooter
Michael Gover
Dr Pablo
Larry Taylor
Paco
David Charlesworth
Fernando Torres
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cliff Owen
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Pertwee
- Original Score
- Ron Goodwin
- Original Title
- The Magnificent Two
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- The Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cliff Owen
Michael Pertwee
Ron Goodwin
Ernest Steward
Gerry Hambling
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Pertwee
Writer
Ernest Steward
Director of Photography
Gerry Hambling
Editor
Ron Goodwin
Original Music Composer
Anna Duse
Costume Design
Cliff Owen
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Magnificent Two
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What is The Magnificent Two about?
Two salesmen travel to a small South American Country to peddle their wares. However the country is in the middle of a major conflict between the Government led by Diaz and the rebels led by Torez. When Torez is accidentally killed the rebels mistaken pick up one of the salesmen, Eric, as he looks like Torez. Eric and Ernie are promised millions to carry on the charade once the rebels take charge. However once Eric takes charge he finds himself back in danger as scheming general Carillo plans to remove the impostor from his role.
Who directed The Magnificent Two?
The Magnificent Two was directed by Cliff Owen.
Who stars in The Magnificent Two?
The principal cast of The Magnificent Two includes Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise, Margit Saad, Virgílio Teixeira, Cecil Parker.
When was The Magnificent Two released and how long is it?
The Magnificent Two was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Magnificent Two?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Magnificent Two was composed by Ron Goodwin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Magnificent Two?
The Magnificent Two holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).