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The Taming of the Shrew (1967)

English romantic comedy film directed by Franco Zeffirelli

Film facts

Runtime
2h 2m 122 min
Released
1 September 1967
Language
English

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

The Taming of the Shrew has a runtime of 2 hours 2 minutes (122 min). The English film released on 1 September 1967. It is directed by Franco Zeffirelli and stars Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton and Natasha Pyne.

Official trailer

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Oswald Morris
Produced by
Richard Burton, Elizabeth Taylor, Franco Zeffirelli
Production
Columbia Pictures
Distribution
Columbia Pictures, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Award
National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
Based on
The Taming of the Shrew
Set in
Veneto

Release and where to watch

In theatres
1 September 1967
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of The Taming of the Shrew?

The Taming of the Shrew has a runtime of 2 hours 2 minutes, or 122 min.

When did The Taming of the Shrew release?

The Taming of the Shrew released on 1 September 1967.

Who directed The Taming of the Shrew?

The Taming of the Shrew is directed by Franco Zeffirelli.

Who is in the cast of The Taming of the Shrew?

The cast of The Taming of the Shrew includes Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Natasha Pyne, Michael Hordern, Cyril Cusack and Alan Webb.

Where can I watch The Taming of the Shrew online?

The Taming of the Shrew streams on Netflix.

Is The Taming of the Shrew based on a true story or a book?

The Taming of the Shrew is based on The Taming of the Shrew.

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