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El Cid

El Cid

The GREATEST ROMANCE and ADVENTURE in a THOUSAND YEARS!

Epic film of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz ("El Cid" to his followers), who, without compromising his strict sense of honour, still succeeds in taking the initiative and driving the Moors from Spain.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: El Cid
  • Genres: Action, Drama, History, Romance, War
  • Release Date: 1961-10-24
  • Runtime: 187 minutes
  • Rating: 6.832/10 (289 votes)
  • Budget: $6,250,000
  • Revenue: $26,600,000
  • Production Companies: Samuel Bronston Productions, Dear Film, Aspa Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.0981
  • Languages: English, Latin

Cast & Crew

Charlton Heston

Charlton Heston

as El Cid Rodrigo de Vivar

Sophia Loren

Sophia Loren

as Jimena

Raf Vallone

Raf Vallone

as Count Ordóñez

Geneviève Page

Geneviève Page

as Princess Urraca

John Fraser

John Fraser

as Prince Alfonso

Gary Raymond

Gary Raymond

as Prince Sancho

Hurd Hatfield

Hurd Hatfield

as Arias

Massimo Serato

Massimo Serato

as Fanez

Frank Thring

Frank Thring

as Al Kadir

Michael Hordern

Michael Hordern

as Don Diego

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Larry Cohen on EL CID

El Cid 1961 - Trailer 2.avi

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is El Cid?

El Cid is a Action, Drama, History, Romance, War movie directed by . It was released on 1961-10-24.

Who are the main actors in El Cid?

The main cast includes Charlton Heston, Sophia Loren, Raf Vallone, Geneviève Page, John Fraser, .

Where can I watch El Cid online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if El Cid is available.

Is El Cid based on a true story?

The GREATEST ROMANCE and ADVENTURE in a THOUSAND YEARS!

What is the IMDb rating of El Cid?

El Cid has an IMDb rating of 6.832/10 based on 289 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of El Cid?

The movie had a production budget of $6,250,000 and earned $26,600,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for El Cid?

The soundtrack was composed by Samuel Bronston Productions, Dear Film, Aspa Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was El Cid filmed?

El Cid was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is El Cid?

The total runtime of El Cid is 187 minutes.

Is El Cid suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to El Cid?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to El Cid.

Does El Cid have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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