Napoleon

1955 | 190 minutes | 6.3 ★ (17)

Napoleon
  • Overview

    The film follows the life of Napoleon from his early life in Corsica to his death at Saint Helena. The film is notable for its use of location shooting for numerous scenes, especially at the French estates of Malmaison and Fontainebleau, the Palace of Versailles, and sites of Napoleonic battles including Austerlitz and Waterloo.

  • Release Date

    25 March 1955

  • DirectingSacha Guitry
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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