The Scarlet Pimpernel
Watch TrailerDuring the French Revolution, a mysterious English nobleman known only as The Scarlet Pimpernel (a humble wayside flower), snatches French aristos from the jaws of the guillotine, while posing as the foppish Sir Percy Blakeney in society. Percy falls for and marries the beautiful actress Marguerite St. Just, but she is involved with Chauvelin and Robespierre, and Percy's marriage to her may endanger the Pimpernel's plans to save the little Dauphin
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1982 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Romance, TV Movie, Adventure |
| Director | Clive Donner |
| Runtime | 142 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.7/10 (49 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Visual style and narrative structure don't conflict here — they work together. It's noticeable and creates a sense of wholeness.
Worth watching for the overall quality of execution. Not a genre landmark — but solid work that respects the viewer.
For viewers who watch a lot and can distinguish craft from accident.
Director: Clive Donner
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend evening, couch, quiet. Doesn't require a special mood — creates one.
🎭 Cast
Anthony Andrews
Sir Percy Blakeney/The Scarlet Pimpernel
Jane Seymour
Marguerite St. Just
Ian McKellen
Chauvelin
James Villiers
Baron de Batz
Eleanor David
Louise
Malcolm Jamieson
Armand St. Just
Denis Lill
Count de Tournay
Ann Firbank
Countess de Tournay
Richard Morant
Robespierre
Julian Fellowes
The Prince Regent
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