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The Sorcerer (1982)

1982-05-31 · 1h 56m · EN
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The villagers of Ploverleigh are celebrating the marriage of Alexis, son of Sir Marmaduke Poindextre, to Aline, daughter of Lady Sangazure, who just happens to be Sir Marmaduke's old flame. Alexis is determined that all shall share the purity of his true love. He has arranged for Mr. Wells, "a dealer in magic and spells," to administer his best-selling love potion to everyone in the village, including the vicar Dr. Daly. The result is hilarious confusion.

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W.S. GilbertWriterDave HeatherDirectorStephen PimlottDirector

Top billed cast

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Clive RevillClive RevillJohn Wellington WellsDavid KernanDavid KernanDr DalyAlexander OliverAlexander OliverAlexisNan ChristieNan ChristieAlineDonald AdamsDonald AdamsSir Marmaduke PointdextreNuala WillisNuala WillisLady SangazureMark LuftonMark LuftonNotaryEnid HartleEnid HartleMrs. PartletJanis KellyJanis KellyConstanceDouglas Fairbanks Jr.Douglas Fairbanks Jr.Himself

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Movie DNA

Genre affinityComedy · MusicTheme affinityMusicalDialogue densityComedyDirector preference511593 · 516746Actor preference58583 · 242544 · 162044Country preferenceGb

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Frequently asked questions about The Sorcerer

What is The Sorcerer about?

The villagers of Ploverleigh are celebrating the marriage of Alexis, son of Sir Marmaduke Poindextre, to Aline, daughter of Lady Sangazure, who just happens to be Sir Marmaduke's old flame. Alexis is determined that all shall share the purity of his true love. He has arranged for Mr. Wells, "a dealer in magic and spells," to administer his best-selling love potion to everyone in the village, including the vicar Dr. Daly. The result is hilarious confusion.

How long is The Sorcerer?

The Sorcerer has a runtime of 116 minutes.