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The Three Musketeers (1921)
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The Three Musketeers (1921)

Action, Adventure, Romance • 2h 24m

Overview

The young Gascon D'Artagnan arrives in Paris, his heart set on joining the king's Musketeers. He is taken under the wings of three of the most respected and feared Musketeers, Porthos, Aramis, and Athos. Together they fight to save France and the honor of a lady from the machinations of the powerful Cardinal Richelieu.

Director: Fred Niblo

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Film Preservation Society Blu-ray is a newer restoration than the previous Cohen one. From various review like Robert Harris and Damn Fool Crusade this new restoration is really good.

Format

1080p Blu-ray

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Length

144 mins

Type

Movie

Last Updated

9 months ago

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Format
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Length
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Type
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Last Updated
9 months ago
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