The Treasure of Monte Cristo (1961)
A dashing ex-officer in His Majesty’s army, Captain Adam Corbett (Calhoun) becomes embroiled in intrigue when he agrees to escort Colonel Wilfred Jackson (Ian Hunter) and his daughter Pauline (Patricia Bredin) on a perilous quest for treasure. Possessing one-quarter of a map, they soon rendezvous with three mysterious characters, each with a fragment and a secret agenda. Armed with only a sword and his wits, Corbett battles brigands, soldiers and thieves as he accompanies the expedition to the island of Monte Cristo, where betrayal and fortune await.
Director: Monty Berman, Robert S. Baker
Genre: Adventure
Runtime: 95 min
Release Date: June 22, 1961
Cast
- Rory Calhoun - Captain Adam Corbett
- Patricia Bredin - Pauline
- John Gregson - Renato
- Peter Arne - Boldini
- Sam Kydd - Albert
- Ian Hunter - Colonel Jackson
- David Davies - Van Ryman
- Francis Matthews - Louis Auclair
- Tutte Lemkow - Gino
- George Street - Innkeeper
Screenplay
Music: Clifton Parker
Editing: John Jympson
Production: Mid Century Film Productions Ltd.
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Monty Berman, Robert S. Baker
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Treasure of Monte Cristo about?
- A dashing ex-officer in His Majesty’s army, Captain Adam Corbett (Calhoun) becomes embroiled in intrigue when he agrees to escort Colonel Wilfred Jackson (Ian Hunter) and his daughter Pauline (Patricia Bredin) on a perilous quest for treasure. Possessing one-quarter of a map, they soon rendezvous with three mysterious characters, each with a fragment and a secret agenda. Armed with only a sword and his wits, Corbett battles brigands, soldiers and thieves as he accompanies the expedition to the island of Monte Cristo, where betrayal and fortune await.
- Who directed The Treasure of Monte Cristo?
- The Treasure of Monte Cristo was directed by Monty Berman, Robert S. Baker.
- Who stars in The Treasure of Monte Cristo?
- The Treasure of Monte Cristo stars Rory Calhoun, Patricia Bredin, John Gregson, Peter Arne, Sam Kydd, Ian Hunter.
- How long is The Treasure of Monte Cristo?
- The Treasure of Monte Cristo has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
- What genre is The Treasure of Monte Cristo?
- The Treasure of Monte Cristo is a Adventure film.
- Where was The Treasure of Monte Cristo produced?
- The Treasure of Monte Cristo was produced in United Kingdom.