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Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion (1965): Cast

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Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion is a 1965 adventure comedy directed by Andrew Marton, starring Richard Haydn as Rupert Rowbotham, Robert DoQui and Marshall Thompson. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.

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Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion (1965) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Andrew Marton
Genres
Adventure , Comedy , Action
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion About?

The premise of Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion without spoilers.

When a village thinks a lion is terrorizing them, the local sergeant summons a veterinarian from an animal study center. The lion is discovered to be cross‑eyed, giving it double vision and preventing it from hunting. It is taken to the center and adopted by the vet’s daughter. Meanwhile, a criminal plans to capture young gorillas for the black‑market wildlife trade.

Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion Themes & Keywords

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  • friend
  • daughter
  • african wildlife
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  • lion
  • veterinarian
  • gorilla
  • father daughter relationship
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  • elephant
  • african lion
  • girl lion relationship
  • poaching
  • africa
  • crossed eyes
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Cast & crew

Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion Cast & Characters

Richard Haydn leads the cast as Rupert Rowbotham, with Robert DoQui as Unteroffizier and Marshall Thompson as Dr. Marsh Tracy. Directed by Andrew Marton; 8 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Andrew Marton

More films directed by Andrew Marton, best-rated first: The Longest Day, The Fight for Rome II - The Betrayal, Africa: Texas Style! and Birds Do It.

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Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion.

Clarence, The Cross-Eyed Lion - Trailer
Cars

Cars in Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion

10 cars on screen, including the 1961 Land-Rover 109'' Series IIa and the Ford Model T.

All 10 cars
  • 1961 Land-Rover 109'' Series IIa in Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion 1961 Land-Rover 109'' Series IIa Featured role
  • Ford Model T in Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion Ford Model T Main role
  • 1942 Willys MB 'Jeep' in Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion 1942 Willys MB 'Jeep' Main role
  • 1964 Chevrolet C-Series in Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion 1964 Chevrolet C-Series Important role
Details

Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Clarence, el León Bizco” and “Clarence, der schielende Löwe”.

Also known as
  • Clarence, el León Bizco
  • Clarence, der schielende Löwe
  • Clarence, il leone strabico
  • Clarence, le lion qui louchait
  • O Leão Vesgo
  • Clarence - razroki lav
  • Daktari Clarence El león bizco

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Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion?

Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion released?

Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion was released on August 4, 1965.

Who directed Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion?

Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion was directed by Andrew Marton.

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Who is in the cast of Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion?

Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion stars Richard Haydn as Rupert Rowbotham, Robert DoQui as Unteroffizier and Marshall Thompson as Dr. Marsh Tracy, among 8 credited actors.

Does Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion have a post-credit scene?

No. Clarence, the Cross-Eyed Lion has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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