Movie

A Tale of Two Cities

★ 6.1(21)19802h 42m

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Good to know

Director: Jim Goddard
Release date: 1980-12-02
Runtime: 2h 42m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Norman Rosemont Productions

About A Tale of Two Cities

A Tale of Two Cities is a 1980 movie in the TV Movie, Romance and Drama genres, directed by Jim Goddard, starring Chris Sarandon, Peter Cushing and Alice Krige. It has a runtime of 2 hours 42 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 21 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Tale of Two Cities in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Set against the conditions leading up to the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror, French doctor Alexandre Manette serves an 18-year imprisonment in the Bastille in Paris, followed by his release to live in London with the daughter he has never met.

Cast

Chris Sarandon

Sydney Carton / Charles Darnay

Peter Cushing

Dr. Alexander Manette

Alice Krige

Lucie Manette

Kenneth More

Dr. Jarvis Lorry

Barry Morse

Marquis St. Evremonde

Flora Robson

Miss Pross

Billie Whitelaw

Madame Therese Defarge

Nigel Hawthorne

Mr. CJ Stryver

Norman Jones

Monsieur Ernest Defarge

George Innes

Jeremiah 'Jerry' Cruncher

David Suchet

John Barsad

Kevin Stoney

Lord Chief Justice

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookfrench revolution

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Tale of Two Cities in Italy?+

A Tale of Two Cities is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Italy. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Tale of Two Cities on Netflix?+

A Tale of Two Cities is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is A Tale of Two Cities?+

A Tale of Two Cities has a runtime of 2 hours 42 minutes (162 minutes).

Who stars in A Tale of Two Cities?+

A Tale of Two Cities stars Chris Sarandon, Peter Cushing, Alice Krige, Kenneth More and Barry Morse.

When did A Tale of Two Cities come out?+

A Tale of Two Cities is a 1980 movie directed by Jim Goddard.

What genre is A Tale of Two Cities?+

A Tale of Two Cities is TV Movie, Romance, Drama and History film.

Who directed A Tale of Two Cities?+

A Tale of Two Cities was directed by Jim Goddard.