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6.3 / 10(32 votes)IMDb19901h 33mUnited Kingdom

The Old Man and the Sea

Topics:#fisherman

Synopsis

Based on the novel by Ernest Hemingway. Santiago goes out on his usual fishing trip and makes a huge catch, the biggest of his life. Then a shark attacks and tries to steal his catch.

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NBC The Old Man and the Sea 1990 promo

Type: Trailer • Published 2014-09-19

Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

August 1, 2010

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jud Taylor
Screenplay & Story
Roger O. Hirson
Original Score
Bruce Broughton
Original Title
The Old Man and the Sea
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 33m
Production Studios
William F. Storke & Robert E. Fuisz, Yorkshire Television

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jud Taylor

Screenplay & Story

Roger O. Hirson, Ernest Hemingway

Original Score & Music

Bruce Broughton

Director of Photography

Tony Imi

Film Editing

Fredric Steinkamp

Producers

Robert E. Fuisz, William F. Storke

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Ernest Hemingway

Department Leadership Roster

Jud Taylor

Jud Taylor

Director

Roger O. Hirson

Screenplay

Tony Imi

Tony Imi

Director of Photography

Bruce Broughton

Bruce Broughton

Original Music Composer

Robert E. Fuisz

Producer

Fredric Steinkamp

Editor

Malcolm Middleton

Production Design

Ann Hollowood

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Old Man and the Sea

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Old Man and the Sea about?

Based on the novel by Ernest Hemingway. Santiago goes out on his usual fishing trip and makes a huge catch, the biggest of his life. Then a shark attacks and tries to steal his catch.

Who directed The Old Man and the Sea?

The Old Man and the Sea was directed by Jud Taylor.

Who stars in The Old Man and the Sea?

The principal cast of The Old Man and the Sea includes Anthony Quinn, Gary Cole, Patricia Clarkson, Joe Santos, Valentina Quinn.

When was The Old Man and the Sea released and how long is it?

The Old Man and the Sea was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.

Who composed the musical score for The Old Man and the Sea?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Old Man and the Sea was composed by Bruce Broughton.

Is The Old Man and the Sea based on a book or true story?

The Old Man and the Sea is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ernest Hemingway".

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Old Man and the Sea?

The Old Man and the Sea holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).