MGM presents in CINEMASCOPE and COLOR...Sir Walter Scott's The Adventures of Quentin Durward
During the 15th century reign of France's King Louis XI, a young Scottish man is sent by his English Lord to woo a French lady on his behalf. The plan goes awry when the young man falls in love with her. Based on the classic novel by Sir Walter Scott.
Director: Richard Thorpe
Writers: Robert Ardrey, George Froeschel, Walter Scott
Not available on streaming in your region.
This is probably my favourite Sir Walter Scott story. In this rendition, Robert Taylor is the valiant "Quentin Durward" sent by his impoverished Scottish uncle to assess the suitability of the fabulously wealthy Kay Kendall "Isabelle" as a potential wife. Along the way he becomes…
