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The Shoes of the Fisherman

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1968 | 162 min | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It drew serious awards attention, though it had middling reviews (43% on Rotten Tomatoes) and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Unhurried and epic, at 2 hr 42 min.
What might put you off
  • It's long: 2 hr 42 min.
  • Made in 1968: an older pace and style.

Ukrainian bishop Kiril Lakota, a political prisoner in a Soviet gulag for twenty years, is unexpectedly released and sent to the Vatican, where, upon the sudden death of the Pope, leader of the Catholic Church, he must face a challenging destiny that will put the future of the entire world in his hands.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    43% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsStrong

    Won 1 Golden Globe: Best Original Score. Also nominated for 2 Oscars and 1 more Golden Globe. Plus 2 other awards.

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 41K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Michael Anderson

  • Anthony QuinnKiril Lakota
  • Oskar WernerFr. David Telemond
  • David JanssenGeorge Faber
  • Vittorio De SicaCardinal Rinaldi
  • Laurence OlivierPiotr Ilyich Kamenev
  • Leo McKernCardinal Leone
  • John GielgudThe Elder Pope
  • Barbara JeffordDr. Ruth Faber
  • Rosemary DexterChiara
  • Frank FinlayIgor Bounin