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📅 1962 ⏱️ 100 min ⭐ 5.1/10 👥 8 votes
🎭 Comedy, Drama

In 1896 it is announced that the Olympic Games will be revived in Athens. A young shepherd, Spiridon Loues, decides to enter the 26-mile marathon. Once in Athens, he meets Christina Gratsos, a young woman from his hometown who is now the personal maid of Eleni Costa, Greece's most glamorous actress. Though he has arrived after the qualification date, Spiridon's athletic prowess so impresses Coach Graham of the American team that he is permitted to enter the contest. Eleni informs the press that she will marry the victor, confident it will be her lover, Lieutenant Vinardos.

Detailed Plot Summary

In 1896 it is announced that the Olympic Games will be revived in Athens. A young shepherd, Spiridon Loues, decides to enter the 26-mile marathon. Once in Athens, he meets Christina Gratsos, a young woman from his hometown who is now the personal maid of Eleni Costa, Greece's most glamorous actress. Though he has arrived after the qualification date, Spiridon's athletic prowess so impresses Coach Graham of the American team that he is permitted to enter the contest. Eleni informs the press that she will marry the victor, confident it will be her lover, Lieutenant Vinardos.

Story Analysis

This 100-minute Comedy/Drama takes viewers on an immersive journey through its narrative. The plot development showcases exceptional storytelling with carefully crafted character arcs and thematic depth.

Director

Andrew Marton

Main Cast

Trax Colton
Trax Colton as Spiridon Loues
Jayne Mansfield
Jayne Mansfield as Eleni Costa
Nico Minardos
Nico Minardos as Lt. Alexi Vinardos
Bob Mathias as Coach Graham
Xenia Kalogeropoulou
Xenia Kalogeropoulou as Christina Gratsos
Ivan Triesault
Ivan Triesault as Grandpa Loues / Mr. Trisapopolis
Lily Valenty
Lily Valenty as Mama Loues
Titos Vandis
Titos Vandis as Father Loues
Charles Fawcett
Charles Fawcett as Ambassador Cyrus T. Gaylord
Jean Murat
Jean Murat as De Coubertin
Roger Browne
Roger Browne as Drake
Marion Siva
Marion Siva as Maria Loues
Paul Müller
Paul Müller as Priest
Gustavo De Nardo
Gustavo De Nardo as George
Roger Fradet
Roger Fradet as Dubois

Writers

László Vadnay

Producers

James S. Elliott

Production Information

Release Date: June 20, 1962
Runtime: 100 minutes
Original Language: EN
Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
Filming Locations: United States of America

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