Royal Hunt of the Sun (1969)

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Release Date: May 1, 1969 Wide

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Historical accuracy is cast aside in the film version of Peter Shaffer's play. Fueled by promises of gold, Pizarro (Robert Shaw) and his explorers make a third trip across the treacherous Andes Mountains to Peru. There they meet King Atahuallpa (Christopher Plummer), considered to be a god by his faithful followers. The two leaders overcome their initial mistrust and suspicion, garnering admiration for each other. When the King is sentenced to die, Pizarro tries unsuccessfully to prevent the

G, 1 hr. 58 min.

Drama, Action & Adventure, Classics

Directed By: Christopher Plummer , Irving Lerner

In Theaters: May 1, 1969 Wide

On DVD: Nov 8, 2005

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Cast

Robert Shaw
Pizarro
Christopher Plummer
Atahuallpa
Nigel Davenport
De Soto
Michael Craig
Estete
Leonard Whiting
Young Martin
Andrew Keir
Valverde
James Donald
King Carlos V
William Marlowe
Candia
Percy Herbert
Diego
Alexander Davion
De Nizza
Sam Krauss
Felipillo
David Bauer
Villac Umu
�scar �lvarez
Rodas
Joaquin Parra

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worst casting in history? maybe. robert shaw as pizarro and christopher plummer as the inca emporer atahualpa! am i the only one who saw this bizarre picture?

May 9, 2008