The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Synopsis
Quasimodo, the hunchback bellringer of Notre Dame's cathedral, meets a beautiful gypsy dancer, Esmeralda, and falls in love with her. So does Quasimodo's guardian, the archdeacon of the cathedral, and a poor street poet. But Esmeralda's in love with a handsome soldier. When a mob mistakes her for a witch, it's up to Quasimodo to rescue her and claim sanctuary for her in the cathedral.
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Anthony Hopkins
Quasimodo
Derek Jacobi
Dom Claude Frollo
David Suchet
Clopin Trouillefou
Lesley-Anne Down
Esmeralda
Gerry Sundquist
Pierre Gringoire
Tim Pigott-Smith
Philippe
John Gielgud
Charmolue
Robert Powell
Phoebus
Nigel Hawthorne
Magistrate at Esmeralda's trial
Roland Culver
Bishop of Paris
Rosalie Crutchley
Simone
David Kelly
Tavernkeeper
Joseph Blatchley
Albert
Dave Hill
Coppenhole
Donald Eccles
Judge
Timothy Bateson
Commerce
Jack Klaff
Officer
Timothy Morand
Maurice
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Tuchner
- Screenplay & Story
- John Gay, Victor Hugo
- Original Score
- Ken Thorne
- Original Title
- The Hunchback of Notre Dame
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures Television, Rosemont Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Tuchner
John Gay, Victor Hugo
Ken Thorne
Alan Hume
Keith Palmer
Norman Rosemont
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Tuchner
Director
Keith Palmer
Editor
John Stoll
Production Design
John Gay
Writer
Phyllis Dalton
Costume Design
Alf Joint
Stunt Coordinator
Norman Rosemont
Producer
Ken Thorne
Original Music Composer
Alan Hume
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hunchback of Notre Dame
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What is The Hunchback of Notre Dame about?
Quasimodo, the hunchback bellringer of Notre Dame's cathedral, meets a beautiful gypsy dancer, Esmeralda, and falls in love with her. So does Quasimodo's guardian, the archdeacon of the cathedral, and a poor street poet. But Esmeralda's in love with a handsome soldier. When a mob mistakes her for a witch, it's up to Quasimodo to rescue her and claim sanctuary for her in the cathedral.
Who directed The Hunchback of Notre Dame?
The Hunchback of Notre Dame was directed by Michael Tuchner.
Who stars in The Hunchback of Notre Dame?
The principal cast of The Hunchback of Notre Dame includes Anthony Hopkins, Derek Jacobi, David Suchet, Lesley-Anne Down, Gerry Sundquist.
When was The Hunchback of Notre Dame released and how long is it?
The Hunchback of Notre Dame was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for The Hunchback of Notre Dame?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hunchback of Notre Dame was composed by Ken Thorne.
Is The Hunchback of Notre Dame based on a book or true story?
The Hunchback of Notre Dame is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Victor Hugo".