Marco the Magnificent (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1965, Marco the Magnificent is an adventure film directed by Denys de La Patellière, running about 112 minutes. “A story of endurance, savagery and heroism” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young Marco Polo travels to China to help Kublai Khan fight against rebels, headed by his own son, with a new invention: gunpowder.
Who’s in it. Marco the Magnificent stars Horst Buchholz as Marco Polo, Anthony Quinn as Kublai Khan, Orson Welles as Akerman, Marco's Teacher and Bruno Cremer as Guillaume de Tripoli, a Knight Templar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Marco the Magnificent has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Marco the Magnificent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Marco the Magnificent tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Marco the Magnificent (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Marco the Magnificent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Marco the Magnificent worth watching?
- Marco the Magnificent holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Marco the Magnificent?
- Marco the Magnificent stars Horst Buchholz, Anthony Quinn, Orson Welles, Bruno Cremer and Omar Sharif.
- When was Marco the Magnificent released?
- Marco the Magnificent was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.