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Iolanthe (1982)

1982-06-01 · 1h 55m · EN
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Strephon, a shepherd (the son of a Fairy, Iolanthe, and a mortal), is in love with Phyllis, a shepherdess. He wants to marry her, but, although Phyllis also loves Strephon, she has a dilemma - she is so beautiful that all of the House of Lords, as well as her guardian, the Lord Chancellor, are also desirous of marrying her. There are many complications - including the peers being threatened by the Fairies - before a happy conclusion is reached by all.

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W.S. GilbertWriterDave HeatherDirectorDavid PountneyDirector

Top billed cast

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Derek Hammond-StroudDerek Hammond-StroudThe Lord ChancellorRichard van AllenRichard van AllenPrivate WillisAlexander OliverAlexander OliverStrephonThomas HemsleyThomas HemsleyThe Earl of MountararatKate FlowersKate FlowersPhyllisBeverley MillsBeverley MillsIolantheAnne CollinsAnne CollinsThe Fairy QueenSandra DugdaleSandra DugdaleCeliaPamela FieldPamela FieldLeilaDouglas Fairbanks Jr.Douglas Fairbanks Jr.Self - Host

Keywords

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Movie DNA

Genre affinityMusicTheme affinityMusicalDirector preference511593 · 511594Actor preference306521 · 511585 · 511586Country preferenceUsDecade preference1980

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Frequently asked questions about Iolanthe

What is Iolanthe about?

Strephon, a shepherd (the son of a Fairy, Iolanthe, and a mortal), is in love with Phyllis, a shepherdess. He wants to marry her, but, although Phyllis also loves Strephon, she has a dilemma - she is so beautiful that all of the House of Lords, as well as her guardian, the Lord Chancellor, are also desirous of marrying her. There are many complications - including the peers being threatened by the Fairies - before a happy conclusion is reached by all.

How long is Iolanthe?

Iolanthe has a runtime of 115 minutes.