Quintet
“One man against the world.”
Synopsis
During a future ice age, dying humanity occupies its remaining time by playing a board game called Quintet. For one small group, this obsession is not enough. They play the game with living pieces, and only the winner survives.
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Quintet 1979 music by Tom Pierson ~ please click 👍 or 👎 button.
Type: Clip • Published 2022-09-09
Top Cast
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Paul Newman
Essex
Vittorio Gassman
Saint Christopher
Fernando Rey
Grigor
Bibi Andersson
Ambrosia
Brigitte Fossey
Vivia, Essex's Wife
Nina van Pallandt
Deuca
Craig Richard Nelson
Redstone
David Langton
Goldstar
Thomas Hill
Francha
Monique Mercure
Redstone's Mate
Maruska Stankova
Jaspera
Anne Gerety
Aeon
Michel Maillot
Obelus
Max Fleck
Wood Supplier
Françoise Berd
Charity House Woman
Emil Glassbourg
Lost Soul (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 9, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Altman
- Screenplay & Story
- Patricia Resnick, Frank Barhydt, Robert Altman
- Original Score
- Tom Pierson
- Original Title
- Quintet
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Latin
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox, Lion's Gate Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Altman
Patricia Resnick, Frank Barhydt, Robert Altman, Lionel Chetwynd
Tom Pierson
Jean Boffety
Dennis M. Hill
Robert Altman, Tommy Thompson
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Altman
Director
Leon Ericksen
Production Design
Dennis M. Hill
Editor
Patricia Resnick
Screenplay
Jean Boffety
Director of Photography
Frank Barhydt
Screenplay
Robert Altman
Screenplay
Robert Altman
Producer
Scott Bushnell
Costume Design
Tom Pierson
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Quintet
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What is Quintet about?
During a future ice age, dying humanity occupies its remaining time by playing a board game called Quintet. For one small group, this obsession is not enough. They play the game with living pieces, and only the winner survives.
Who directed Quintet?
Quintet was directed by Robert Altman.
Who stars in Quintet?
The principal cast of Quintet includes Paul Newman, Vittorio Gassman, Fernando Rey, Bibi Andersson, Brigitte Fossey.
When was Quintet released and how long is it?
Quintet was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Quintet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Quintet was composed by Tom Pierson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Quintet?
Quintet holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).