Francis of Assisi
The story of a lusty, fighting young adventurer who exchanged his sword for a cross
7.6
1961
1h 45m
In 13th century Italy, Francis Bernardone, the son of an Assisi merchant, renounces a promising army career in favor of a monastic life and starts his own religious order, sanctioned by the Pope.
Movie Information
Status
Released
Release Date
July 12, 1961
Runtime
1h 45m
Budget
$2,000,000
Revenue
$1,800,000
Rating
7.6
(31 votes)
Genres
History
Drama
Production Companies
Perseus Productions
20th Century Fox
Overview
In 13th century Italy, Francis Bernardone, the son of an Assisi merchant, renounces a promising army career in favor of a monastic life and starts his own religious order, sanctioned by the Pope.
