The Merchant of Venice (1973): Cast & Where to Watch
The Merchant of Venice is a 1973 drama directed by John Sichel, starring Laurence Olivier as Shylock, Benjamin Whitrow and Joan Plowright. It runs 2 hours 11 minutes. Stream it on fuboTV.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 11m (131 min)
- Director
- John Sichel
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Associated Television
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Merchant of Venice About?
The premise of The Merchant of Venice without spoilers.
An Edwardian take on the Shakespeare play starring Laurence Olivier.
Where to Watch The Merchant of Venice
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The Merchant of Venice Cast & Characters
Laurence Olivier leads the cast as Shylock, with Benjamin Whitrow as Duke of Venice and Joan Plowright as Portia. Directed by John Sichel; 27 actors are credited in all.
- Director John Sichel
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Laurence Olivier as Shylock - Benjamin Whitrow as Duke of Venice
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Joan Plowright as Portia -
Denis Lawson as Launcelot Gobbo
Also Starring in The Merchant of Venice
· 23 more- Michael Jayston Gratiano
- Anthony Nicholls Antonio
- Jeremy Brett Bassanio
- John Joyce Balthasar
- Stephen Greif Prince of Morocco
- Charles Kay Prince of Aragon
- Barry James Salerio
- Anna Carteret Nerissa
- Mischa De La Motte Footman
- Nicolette McKenzie Portia's Servant
- Philip York Antonio's Servant
- Kenneth MacKintosh Tubal
- Robin Meredith Barber
- Louise Purnell Jessica
- Andrew Johns Shylock's Secretary
- Malcolm Reid Lorenzo
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- Michael Tudor Barnes Solanio
- Peter Anthony Rocca Stephano
- Alan Helm Jailer
- Alan Crisp 1st Waiter
- George Howse 2nd Waiter
- Clare Walmesley Singer
- Laura Sarti Singer
The Merchant of Venice Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Венецианският търговец” and “O Mercador de Veneza”.
- Also known as
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- Венецианският търговец
- O Mercador de Veneza
- Венецианский купец
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The Merchant of Venice FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of The Merchant of Venice, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Merchant of Venice?
The Merchant of Venice runs 2 hours 11 minutes (131 minutes).
When was The Merchant of Venice released?
The Merchant of Venice was released on October 7, 1973.
Who directed The Merchant of Venice?
The Merchant of Venice was directed by John Sichel.
More films by John Sichel Who is in the cast of The Merchant of Venice?
The Merchant of Venice stars Laurence Olivier as Shylock, Benjamin Whitrow as Duke of Venice and Joan Plowright as Portia, among 27 credited actors.
Where can I watch The Merchant of Venice?
In the US, The Merchant of Venice is streaming on fuboTV (availability from JustWatch).
Does The Merchant of Venice have a post-credit scene?
No. The Merchant of Venice has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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