Francis of Assisi (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1961, Francis of Assisi is a drama and history film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 105 minutes. “The story of a lusty, fighting young adventurer who exchanged his sword for a cross” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 13th century Italy, Francis Bernardone, the son of an Assisi merchant, renounces a promising army career in favor of a monastic life and starts his own religious order, sanctioned by the Pope.
Who’s in it. Francis of Assisi stars Bradford Dillman as Francis Bernardone of Assisi, Dolores Hart as Clare, Stuart Whitman as Count Paolo of Vandria and Cecil Kellaway as Cardinal Hugolino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Francis of Assisi has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Francis of Assisi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Francis of Assisi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Francis of Assisi (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Francis of Assisi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Francis of Assisi worth watching?
- Francis of Assisi holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Francis of Assisi?
- Francis of Assisi stars Bradford Dillman, Dolores Hart, Stuart Whitman, Cecil Kellaway and Eduard Franz.
- When was Francis of Assisi released?
- Francis of Assisi was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.