The Last Days of Pompeii (1959): Cast & Plot
The Last Days of Pompeii is a 1959 adventure historical film directed by Mario Bonnard, starring Steve Reeves as Glaucus Leto, Jesús Puente and Christine Kaufmann. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Director
- Mario Bonnard
- Original language
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Italian - Studio
- Procusa
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Last Days of Pompeii About?
The premise of The Last Days of Pompeii without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Demobilized centurion Glaucus returns to his hometown of Pompeii only to discover his father has been slain by a gang of black‑hooded Christian robbers who terrorize the city. Determined to uncover the truth, he launches an investigation even as the looming volcano threatens a catastrophic eruption.
The Last Days of Pompeii Themes & Keywords
· 43 tags- sword and sandal history
- sword and sandal action
- volcanic ash
- lion wrestling
- pugilism
- chariot
- concubine
- slave girl
- mount vesuvius
- pompeii
- bare chested male bondage
- egyptian deity
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- camp
- campy
- city
- father
- bare chested male
- shot with a bow and arrow
- fire and water
- falling building
- molten lava
- speared to death
- secret conspirator
- whipping
- torture rack
- blind woman
- secret compartment
- temple
- high priest
- christianity
- flaming arrow
- bow and arrow
- murder of father
- return home
- roman arena
- volcanic eruption
- stabbed in the stomach
- sword fighting
- gladiator
- ancient rome
- male male relationship
- psychotronic film
- disaster film
The Last Days of Pompeii Cast & Characters
Steve Reeves leads the cast as Glaucus Leto, with Jesús Puente as Roman Senator and Christine Kaufmann as Elena / Ione. Directed by Mario Bonnard; 23 actors are credited in all.
- Director Mario Bonnard
- Steve Reeves as Glaucus Leto
- Jesús Puente as Roman Senator
- Christine Kaufmann as Elena / Ione
- Mino Doro as Consul
Also Starring in The Last Days of Pompeii
· 19 more- Mimmo Palmara Gallinus, a Praetorian Guard
- Mario Berriatúa Praetorian Guard
- Ángel Ortiz Helios, a Praetorian Guard
- Guillermo Marín Ascanius, Consul of Pompei
- Mario Morales Marcus, Military Tribune
- Ángel Aranda Antoninus Marcus
- Fernando Rey Arbaces, High Priest of Isis
- Barbara Carroll Nydia
- Ignazio Dolce Caius
- Anne-Marie Baumann Julia
- Carlo Tamberlani Olinto, Christian Leader
- Antonio Casas
- María Silva Julia's Maid
- Pedro Fenollar Announcer
- Vicky Lagos Woman in Red
- Lola Torres Tavern Keeper
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- Hank Bergman Roman Soldier (uncredited)
- Tony Richards
- Ignaz Cole
More from Mario Bonnard
More films directed by Mario Bonnard: Gastone, Mi permette babbo!, Night of Love and City of Pain.
The Last Days of Pompeii Plot Summary
What happens in The Last Days of Pompeii from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Glaucus Leto, Steve Reeves, a seasoned centurion returning to Pompeii after service in Roman Palestine, saves Elena / Ione, Christine Kaufmann, the Consul’s daughter, when her chariot careens out of control. He then continues his journey, but not before stepping in to defend Antonius, a thief condemned under orders from Gallinus, Mimmo Palmara, a ruthless Praetorian Guard. The encounter leaves Glaucus unsettled and wary of the shadowy forces tearing at the city’s fabric.
Full summary
The whole story of The Last Days of Pompeii, scene by scene
The Last Days of Pompeii Trailers & Videos
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How Well Do You Know The Last Days of Pompeii?
10 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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The Last Days of Pompeii Also Known As
11 alternative titles, including “Los últimos días de Pompeya” and “DIe letzen Tage von Pompeji”.
- Also known as
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- Los últimos días de Pompeya
- DIe letzen Tage von Pompeji
- Les derniers jours de Pompéi
- Die letzten Tage von Pompeji
- Os Últimos Dias de Pompéia
- Последните дни на Помпей
- Ostatnie dni Pompei
- 폼페이 최후의 날
- 庞贝城的末日
- Els últims dies de Pompeia
- Pompeijin viimeiset päivät
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The Last Days of Pompeii FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Last Days of Pompeii, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Last Days of Pompeii?
The Last Days of Pompeii runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was The Last Days of Pompeii released?
The Last Days of Pompeii was released on November 12, 1959.
Who directed The Last Days of Pompeii?
The Last Days of Pompeii was directed by Mario Bonnard.
More films by Mario Bonnard Who is in the cast of The Last Days of Pompeii?
The Last Days of Pompeii stars Steve Reeves as Glaucus Leto, Jesús Puente as Roman Senator and Christine Kaufmann as Elena / Ione, among 23 credited actors.
Does The Last Days of Pompeii have a post-credit scene?
No. The Last Days of Pompeii has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Last Days of Pompeii in?
The original language of The Last Days of Pompeii is Italian.
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