Romanoff and Juliet (1961): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
Romanoff and Juliet is a 1961 comedy starring Akim Tamiroff as Vadim Romanoff, Sandra Dee and John Gavin. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Romanoff and Juliet About?
The premise of Romanoff and Juliet without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A breezy political satire that reimagines Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet against the backdrop of Cold War tensions. The teenage children of the United States and Soviet ambassadors meet, fall for each other, and must hide their romance amid diplomatic intrigue, cultural clashes, and the absurdity of a divided world.
Where to Watch Romanoff and Juliet
Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Romanoff and Juliet Cast & Characters
Akim Tamiroff leads the cast as Vadim Romanoff, with Sandra Dee as Juliet Moulsworth and John Gavin as Igor Romanoff.
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Akim Tamiroff as Vadim Romanoff - Sandra Dee as Juliet Moulsworth
- John Gavin as Igor Romanoff
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Peter Ustinov as The General
Also Starring in Romanoff and Juliet
· 15 more- John Phillips Hooper Moulsworth
- Rik Van Nutter Freddie
- Peter Jones Otto
- Booth Colman Customs Officer
- John Alderson Randal Wix
- Renato Chiantoni Joseph the Pilot
- Tonio Selwart U.N. President
- Tamara Shayne Marfa Zlotochienka
- Alix Talton Beulah
- Suzanne Cloutier Marfa Zlotochienka
- Thomas Chalmers Chief Executive
- Carl Don The Spy
- Edward Atienza Patriarch
- Strelsa Brown
- Moura Budberg
Romanoff and Juliet Plot Summary
What happens in Romanoff and Juliet from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
A United Nations vote is deadlocked, and the fate of a tiny European republic named Concordia hangs in the balance. The presidency of Concordia rests with the enigmatic The General Peter Ustinov, who abstains from the crucial ballot. To avert a potential invasion or collapse, ambassadors from the United States and the Soviet Union circle him, each hoping to sway the outcome in their favor.
Full summary
The whole story of Romanoff and Juliet, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Romanoff and Juliet?
9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who plays the role of the enigmatic leader known as The General?
Cars in Romanoff and Juliet
5 cars on screen, including the 1957 BMW Isetta 300 and the 1954 Chrysler Crown Imperial.
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1957 BMW Isetta 300 Minor role -
1954 Chrysler Crown Imperial Minor role -
1910 Fiat Tipo 2 Minor role -
1946 Packard Custom Super Clipper Minor role
Romanoff and Juliet Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Giulietta e Romanoff” and “Romanoff und Julia”.
- Also known as
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- Giulietta e Romanoff
- Romanoff und Julia
- Romanoff y Julieta
- Romanoff et Juliette
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Romanoff and Juliet FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Romanoff and Juliet, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Romanoff and Juliet?
Romanoff and Juliet runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Romanoff and Juliet released?
Romanoff and Juliet was released on June 8, 1961.
Who is in the cast of Romanoff and Juliet?
Romanoff and Juliet stars Akim Tamiroff as Vadim Romanoff, Sandra Dee as Juliet Moulsworth and John Gavin as Igor Romanoff, among 19 credited actors.
Where can I watch Romanoff and Juliet?
In the US, Romanoff and Juliet is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
Does Romanoff and Juliet have a post-credit scene?
No. Romanoff and Juliet has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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