The Black Rose
“An adventure that will blaze... A love that will flame... 'till the stars grow cold...”
Synopsis
In the 13th century, Walter of Gurnie, a disinherited Saxon youth, is forced to flee England. With his friend, Tristram, he falls in with the army of the fierce but avuncular General Bayan, and journeys all the way to China, where both men become involved in intrigues in the court of Kublai Khan.
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The Black Rose ≣ 1950 ≣ Trailer
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Top Cast
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Tyrone Power
Walter of Gurnie
Orson Welles
Bayan
Cécile Aubry
Maryam
Jack Hawkins
Tristram Griffin
Michael Rennie
King Edward
Finlay Currie
Alfgar
Herbert Lom
Anthemus
Mary Clare
Countess Eleanor of Lessford
Robert Blake
Mahmoud
Alfonso Bedoya
Lu Chung
Gibb McLaughlin
Wilderkin
James Robertson Justice
Simeon Beautrie
Laurence Harvey
Edmond
Henry Oscar
Friar Roger Bacon
Peter Sellers
Lu Chung (voice)
Torin Thatcher
Harry
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry Hathaway
- Screenplay & Story
- Talbot Jennings
- Original Score
- Richard Addinsell
- Original Title
- The Black Rose
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Hathaway
Talbot Jennings, Thomas B. Costain
Richard Addinsell
Jack Cardiff
Manuel del Campo
Louis D. Lighton
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Hathaway
Director
Louis D. Lighton
Producer
Manuel del Campo
Editor
Jack Cardiff
Director of Photography
Michael Whittaker
Costume Design
Talbot Jennings
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Black Rose
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What is The Black Rose about?
In the 13th century, Walter of Gurnie, a disinherited Saxon youth, is forced to flee England. With his friend, Tristram, he falls in with the army of the fierce but avuncular General Bayan, and journeys all the way to China, where both men become involved in intrigues in the court of Kublai Khan.
Who directed The Black Rose?
The Black Rose was directed by Henry Hathaway.
Who stars in The Black Rose?
The principal cast of The Black Rose includes Tyrone Power, Orson Welles, Cécile Aubry, Jack Hawkins, Michael Rennie.
When was The Black Rose released and how long is it?
The Black Rose was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
Who composed the musical score for The Black Rose?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Black Rose was composed by Richard Addinsell.
Is The Black Rose based on a book or true story?
The Black Rose is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Thomas B. Costain".