The Corsican Brothers (1941): Cast & Plot
The Corsican Brothers is a 1941 adventure drama directed by Gregory Ratoff, starring Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Lucien Franchi / Mario Franchi, Paul McVey and Henry Wilcoxon. It runs 1 hour 51 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 51m (111 min)
- Director
- Gregory Ratoff
- Original language
-
English - Studio
- Edward Small Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Corsican Brothers About?
The premise of The Corsican Brothers without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Cultured Mario and outlaw Lucien are twins separated at birth. United by their shared sensations, each feels what the other does, making swordplay awkward. When the ruthless Colonna murders their parents, the brothers must set aside their contrasting upbringings and conflicting personalities, overcome personal obstacles, and learn to cooperate as a team to avenge their family.
The Corsican Brothers Themes & Keywords
· 14 tags- anger
- based in a novel
- b movie
- twins
- lie
- gypsies
- sword
- knife
- fire
- castle
- soldier
- rifles
+2 more Show fewer
- parents
- boy
The Corsican Brothers Cast & Characters
Douglas Fairbanks Jr. leads the cast as Lucien Franchi / Mario Franchi, with Paul McVey as Cousin Philip Franchi (Uncredited) and Henry Wilcoxon as Count Victor Franchi. Directed by Gregory Ratoff; 37 actors are credited in all.
-
Director Gregory Ratoff
- Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Lucien Franchi / Mario Franchi
-
Paul McVey as Cousin Philip Franchi (Uncredited) - Henry Wilcoxon as Count Victor Franchi
- Gloria Holden as Countess Franchi
Also Starring in The Corsican Brothers
· 33 more- Isabel Randolph Countess Isabelle's Mother (Uncredited)
- H.B. Warner Dr. Enrico Paoli
- Akim Tamiroff Baron Colonna
- J. Carrol Naish Lorenzo
- Walter Kingsford Monsieur Dupre
- Nana Bryant Madame Dupre
- Ruth Warrick Countess Isabelle Gravini
- Henry Brandon Marquis de Raveneau (Uncredited)
- Pedro de Cordoba Count Gravini
- John Emery Tomasso
- Veda Ann Borg Maria
- Ralph Dunn Messenger, Arturo's Steward (Uncredited)
- Frank Hagney Torture Cell Guard (Uncredited)
- William Tannen One of Lucien's Men (Uncredited)
- Dorothy Vernon Townswoman at Celebration (Uncredited)
- Richard Alexander Castle Guard (Uncredited)
Show all 37 cast members Show fewer cast members
- Anthony Caruso Baron's Henchman (Uncredited)
- Charles Stevens Shepherd (Uncredited)
- Wilson Benge The Baron's Butler (Uncredited)
- Sarah Padden Nurse
- Edgar Norton Colonna's Barber (Uncredited)
- William Farnum Priest
- Eddie Foster Messenger, Alberto's Steward (Uncredited)
- Frank Richards Colonna's Henchman (Uncredited)
- James Craven Giovanni (Uncredited)
- Ruth Robinson Angela
- Rick Vallin De Revenau's Friend at Opera (Uncredited)
- Isabel La Mal Opera Spectator (Uncredited)
- Milburn Morante Guard (Uncredited)
- Roland Varno De Revenau's Friend at Opera (Uncredited)
- Count Stefenelli Opera Spectator (Uncredited)
- Manart Kippen Martelli
- Sonia Darrin Opera Spectator (Uncredited)
More from Gregory Ratoff
More films directed by Gregory Ratoff, best-rated first: Intermezzo: A Love Story, Oscar Wilde, Black Magic and That Dangerous Age.
The Corsican Brothers Plot Summary
What happens in The Corsican Brothers from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In Corsica, the Franchi clan gathers around Count Victor Franchi [Henry Wilcoxon] and Countess Franchi [Gloria Holden] as they await the birth of their child. Dr. Enrico Paoli [H.B. Warner] delivers astonishing news: the infant is Siamese twins. Count Franchi insists on a surgical separation, even though Paoli warns that it would be a miracle if the babies survive. Before surgery can begin, the bitter rivals, the Colonnas, led by Baron Colonna [Akim Tamiroff], launch a surprise attack. All of the Franchis are killed except the twins, who are carried to safety by Paoli and Lorenzo [J. Carrol Naish].
Full summary
The whole story of The Corsican Brothers, scene by scene
The Corsican Brothers Videos
The clip of The Corsican Brothers.
How Well Do You Know The Corsican Brothers?
9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 9
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
- Question 5: not answered
- Question 6: not answered
- Question 7: not answered
- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
Which actor portrays both Mario Franchi and Lucien Franchi in the film?
The Corsican Brothers Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Vendetta” and “I vendicatori”.
- Also known as
-
- Vendetta
- I vendicatori
- Blutrache
- Justicia corsa
- Korzikai testvérek
- Корсиканские братья
Seen The Corsican Brothers?
Movies Like The Corsican Brothers
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Bandits of Corsica, Corleone and Three Brothers.
The Corsican Brothers FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Corsican Brothers, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Corsican Brothers?
The Corsican Brothers runs 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).
When was The Corsican Brothers released?
The Corsican Brothers was released on November 28, 1941.
Who directed The Corsican Brothers?
The Corsican Brothers was directed by Gregory Ratoff.
More films by Gregory Ratoff Who is in the cast of The Corsican Brothers?
The Corsican Brothers stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Lucien Franchi / Mario Franchi, Paul McVey as Cousin Philip Franchi (Uncredited) and Henry Wilcoxon as Count Victor Franchi, among 37 credited actors.
Does The Corsican Brothers have a post-credit scene?
No. The Corsican Brothers has no extra scene during or after the credits.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
