Up Pompeii (1971)
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A funny thing happens to Lurcio on the way to the rent-a-vestal-virgin market stall. A mysterious scroll falls into his hands, listing the names of all the conspirators plotting to murder Emperor Nero. And when the upstart slave is elected to infiltrate the ringleader's den, the comical ups-and-downs lead to total uproar.
Director: Bob Kellett
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: March 11, 1971
Cast
- Frankie Howerd - Lurcio
- Patrick Cargill - Nero
- Bill Fraser - Prosperus Maximus
- Michael Hordern - Ludicrus Sextus
- Barbara Murray - Ammonia
- Lance Percival - Captain Bilius
- Adrienne Posta - Scrubba
- Bernard Bresslaw - Gorgo
- Roy Hudd - Nero's M.C.
- Julie Ege - Voluptua
Screenplay
- Sid Colin (Screenplay)
- Talbot Rothwell (Original Concept)
Music: Carl Davis
Cinematography: Ian Wilson
Editing: Al Gell
Production: Anglo-EMI, Associated London Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
ancient rome, slave, pompeii, nero, based on tv series
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Up Pompeii about?
- A funny thing happens to Lurcio on the way to the rent-a-vestal-virgin market stall. A mysterious scroll falls into his hands, listing the names of all the conspirators plotting to murder Emperor Nero. And when the upstart slave is elected to infiltrate the ringleader's den, the comical ups-and-downs lead to total uproar.
- Who directed Up Pompeii?
- Up Pompeii was directed by Bob Kellett.
- Who stars in Up Pompeii?
- Up Pompeii stars Frankie Howerd, Patrick Cargill, Bill Fraser, Michael Hordern, Barbara Murray, Lance Percival.
- How long is Up Pompeii?
- Up Pompeii has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Up Pompeii?
- Up Pompeii is a Comedy film.
- Where was Up Pompeii produced?
- Up Pompeii was produced in United Kingdom.