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Cinderella (1957)

1957-03-31 · 1h 17m · EN
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The classic fairy tale with a Rodgers and Hammerstein score and performed live on TV.

Julie Andrews was nominated for an Emmy for portraying the titular scullery maid who finds true love with a prince in this legendary adaptation of one of the most famous fairy tales of all time. A musical, made-for-television, with music by Richard Rodgers and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, it is the only of the legendary composing team's musicals created specifically for that medium. It was originally broadcast live on CBS on March 31, 1957, and was a phenomenal success, viewed by more than 107 million people. Though it originally aired in full color, only a black & white kinescope of the production has survived.

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Ralph NelsonDirector

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Julie AndrewsJulie AndrewsCinderellaIlka ChaseIlka ChaseThe StepmotherKaye BallardKaye BallardStepsister PortiaAlice GhostleyAlice GhostleyStepsister JoyEdie AdamsEdie AdamsFairy GodmotherHoward LindsayHoward LindsayThe KingHoward LindsayHoward LindsayThe QueenDavid F. PerkinsDavid F. PerkinsThe Court TailorGeorge HallGeorge HallThe King's StewardJon CypherJon CypherPrince ChristopherAlexander ClarkAlexander ClarkThe Captain of the GuardRobert PennRobert PennTown Crier

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MagicPrinceFairy taleBased on fairy taleLive televisionLive broadcastTv special

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Genre affinityDrama · Romance · Tv MovieTheme affinityMagic · Prince · Fairy TaleMood preferenceRomanceDialogue densityDramaPacingShortEmotional intensityRomance

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Frequently asked questions about Cinderella

What is Cinderella about?

Julie Andrews was nominated for an Emmy for portraying the titular scullery maid who finds true love with a prince in this legendary adaptation of one of the most famous fairy tales of all time. A musical, made-for-television, with music by Richard Rodgers and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, it is the only of the legendary composing team's musicals created specifically for that medium. It was originally broadcast live on CBS on March 31, 1957, and was a phenomenal success, viewed by more than 107 million people. Though it originally aired in full color, only a black & white kinescope of the production has survived.

How long is Cinderella?

Cinderella has a runtime of 77 minutes.