Riel(1979)
Synopsis
A film about the history and fate of the Metis rebel leader who opposed the Canadian government in two seperate rebellions.
Directed by George Bloomfield
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Cast
Raymond Cloutier
Louis Riel
Christopher Plummer
Prime Minister John A. Macdonald
Roger Blay
Gabriel Dumont
Maury Chaykin
Howard
Barry Morse
William Mactavish
Leslie Nielsen
Major Leif Newry Fitzroy Crozier
Dave Thomas
Militia Captain
William Shatner
The Barker
Donald Harron
Donald Smith
Chris Wiggins
General Frederick Dobson Middleton
John Neville
General Garnet Wolseley
Lloyd Bochner
Dr. John Christian Schultz
James Bradford
Captain Bradshaw
Brenda Donohue
Mrs. Agnes Schultz
Marcel Sabourin
Joseph-Noël Ritchot
Gary Reineke
Thomas Scott
Tony Robinow
Lemieux
Lee Broker
Evans
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When did Riel come out?+
Riel was released in 1979.
How long is Riel?+
Riel runs for 147 minutes (2 hours and 27 minutes).
Who directed Riel?+
Riel was directed by George Bloomfield.
Who stars in Riel?+
Riel stars Raymond Cloutier, Christopher Plummer, Roger Blay, Maury Chaykin and Barry Morse.
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