The Canterbury Tales

The Canterbury Tales

19721hr 51min
critics rating 60%60%
audience rating 62%62%

Step into a world where tales come to life in "The Canterbury Tales" (1972). This cinematic gem weaves together the vibrant tapestry of Chaucer's storytelling, offering a glimpse into the master wordsmith's creative process. As you journey through this film, you'll find yourself immersed in a captivating re-enactment of some of his most beloved stories, each brought to life with a unique charm and flair.

With a blend of humor, drama, and a touch of the fantastical, "The Canterbury Tales" invites you to witness the timeless allure of Chaucer's narratives. As the film unfolds, you'll be transported to a bygone era where knights, lovers, and rogues roam the countryside, each with their own tale to tell. So, if you're ready to embark on a cinematic adventure that will tickle your imagination and stir your soul, don't miss the chance to experience the magic of "The Canterbury Tales."

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Cast

Tom Baker

Phil Davis

2nd Homosexual Lover (uncredited)

Phil Davis

Robin Askwith

Vernon Dobtcheff

The Franklin

Vernon Dobtcheff

Pier Paolo Pasolini

Geoffrey Chaucer

Pier Paolo Pasolini

Franco Citti

Hugh Griffith

Sir January

Hugh Griffith

Laura Betti

The Wife from Bath

Laura Betti

David Hatton

Poor Homosexual (uncredited)

David Hatton

Jenny Runacre

Willoughby Goddard

Alan Webb

Ninetto Davoli

Karl Howman

1st Homosexual Lover (uncredited)

Karl Howman

Francis de Wolff

The Bride's Father (uncredited)

Francis de Wolff

Derek Deadman

The Pardoner

Derek Deadman

Patrick Newell

Prior (uncredited)

Patrick Newell

Josephine Chaplin

Nicholas Smith

Anita Sanders

Thomas' Wife (uncredited)

Anita Sanders

Peter Stephens

Justinus

Peter Stephens

John McLaren

Johnny the Grace

John McLaren

Michael Balfour

The Carpenter

Michael Balfour

Vittorio Fanfoni

Elisabetta Genovese

Prosperine

Elisabetta Genovese

Athol Coats

Rich Homosexual

Athol Coats

John Francis Lane

Greedy Friar

John Francis Lane

Selwyn Roberts

The Knight (uncredited)

Selwyn Roberts

Franca Sciutto

Orla Pederson

Mary Stuart

Priest (uncredited)

Mary Stuart

Stephen Calcutt

The Groom (uncredited)

Stephen Calcutt

Tiziano Longo

Simkin the Miller

Tiziano Longo

Norman McGlen

Perkin's Father (uncredited)

Norman McGlen

Giuseppe Arrigio

Pluto / The God

Giuseppe Arrigio

Adrian Street

Martin Philips

Martin (uncredited)

Martin Philips

Daniele Buckler

Terry Hooper

L'Allodoliere (uncredited)

Terry Hooper

Eileen King

Simkin's Wife

Eileen King

Dan Thomas

Nicholas

Dan Thomas

Alan McConnell

Master Gervaso (uncredited)

Alan McConnell

Anthony Moore

The Spy (uncredited)

Anthony Moore

Ken Muggleston

Doctor (uncredited)

Ken Muggleston

Heather Johnson

George Bethell Datch

Host of the Tabard

George Bethell Datch

Settimo Castagna

Edward Monteith

Dick the Sparrow

Edward Monteith

Judo Al Hayes

Fighter (uncredited)

Judo Al Hayes

J.P. Van Dyne

The Cook

J.P. Van Dyne

Charles De la Tour

Inn-keeper (uncredited)

Charles De la Tour

Richard Hughes

Administrator (uncredited)

Richard Hughes

Pinky Martin

The Nun (uncredited)

Pinky Martin

Reg Stuart

4th Husband (uncredited)

Reg Stuart

Andrew Dymock

Bill (uncredited)

Andrew Dymock

Martin Whelar

Jack the Justice

Martin Whelar

Dorothy Everall

Perkin's Mother (uncredited)

Dorothy Everall

Chris Greener

Sir Elephant (uncredited)

Chris Greener

Laurie Inch

Mary (uncredited)

Laurie Inch

Marc Sinclair

Ensemble (uncredited)

Marc Sinclair

Judy Stewart-Murray

Oscar Fochetti

May's Lover

Oscar Fochetti

Gordon King

Chancellor

Gordon King

Leonard S. Brooks

Businessman (uncredited)

Leonard S. Brooks

Charlotte Kell

The Prioress (uncredited)

Charlotte Kell

Peter McGregor

The Merchant (uncredited)

Peter McGregor

Hugh McKenzie-Bailey

Thomas (uncredited)

Hugh McKenzie-Bailey

Roderick McLeod

Knight's Attendant (uncredited)

Roderick McLeod

Ray Parks

Sergeant (uncredited)

Ray Parks

Steve Whitton

Youth without Name (uncredited)

Steve Whitton

Peter Cain

Patrick Duffett

Eamann Howell

Kervin Breen

Michael Derrek

Robin (uncredited)

Michael Derrek

V. Edwards

The Old Woman (uncredited)

V. Edwards

Diana Fisher

The Bride (uncredited)

Diana Fisher

Robert Brook Howard

Vicar of the Monestary (uncredited)

Robert Brook Howard