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The Grand Olympics

The Grand Olympics

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The Grand Olympics
1961 2h 22m5.6

The Grand Olympics

“The most colorful pageant of sports in film!”

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Events and athletes that characterized the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome. From the absolute protagonist Wilma Rudolph, called the black gazelle, to Livio Berruti, the first white to win the 200 meters, to the deeds of Ethiopian marathon runner Abebe Bikila, who won the marathon racing barefoot.

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DirectorRomolo Marcellini
StatusReleased
ReleasedMay 26, 1961
CountryItaly
Languageit
Runtime2h 22m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 5.6 / 10
IMDb⭐ 6.8 / 10
Votes7
GenresDocumentary
StudioIstituto Luce Cinecittà, CONI
Collection100 Years of Olympic Films: 1912–2012
OriginalLa grande olimpiade
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Jesse Owens

Jesse Owens

Himself

Bing Crosby

Bing Crosby

Himself

Rafer Johnson

Rafer Johnson

Himself

John XXIII.

John XXIII.

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Ralph Boston

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Wilma Rudolph

Self (uncredited)

Constantine II of Greece

Constantine II of Greece

Self (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Grand Olympics

Where can I watch The Grand Olympics?

The Grand Olympics (1961) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Grand Olympics about?

Events and athletes that characterized the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome. From the absolute protagonist Wilma Rudolph, called the black gazelle, to Livio Berruti, the first white to win the 200 meters, to the deeds of Ethiopian marathon runner Abebe Bikila, who won the marathon...

Who directed The Grand Olympics?

The Grand Olympics (1961) was directed by Romolo Marcellini. The film is a Documentary production with a runtime of 2h 22m, rated 5.6/10.

How long is The Grand Olympics?

The Grand Olympics runs 2h 22m (142 minutes total). Audience rating: 5.6/10 from 7 votes. Genre: Documentary.

Is The Grand Olympics worth watching?

The Grand Olympics is rated 5.6/10 by 7 viewers — below average. A good pick for Documentary fans.