The Crimson Blade
Original title: The Scarlet Blade
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In 1648, during the English Civil War, Captain Sylvester switches sides between the Parliamentary and Royalist camps as his interests dictate, while King Charles I is on the run from Oliver Cromwell's troops.
- Rated
- Approved
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Released
- 1963
- Country
- United Kingdom
Details
Release year: 1963
Storyline
In 1648, during the English Civil War, Captain Sylvester switches sides between the Parliamentary and Royalist camps as his interests dictate, while King Charles I is on the run from Oliver Cromwell's troops.
Top credits
Directors
Writers
Cast
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Lionel Jeffries ā Col. Judd
Oliver Reed ā Capt. Tom Sylvester
Jack Hedley ā Edward Beverley, The Scarlet Blade
June Thorburn ā Clare Judd
Awards
0 wins & 1 nomination
See all awards āDid you know
ā¢ Released as a double bill with The Son of Captain Blood (1962) in the United Kingdom.
ā¢ The film takes place in 1648.
ā¢ Film debut of Michael Byrne.
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Technical specs
- Sound mix
- Mono
- Aspect ratio
- 2.35 : 1
- Color
- Color, Color
