Product Description

In this classic 1949 production, Frederic March gives an outstanding performance as Christopher Columbus, the world’s most daring explorer! Surrounded by doubters, Columbus convinces Queen Isabella to provide him with ships and money necessary for his voyage past the earth’s known limits. Follow Columbus’ incredible journey as he battles mutiny, exhaustion, and desperation on his way to the ultimate discovery...the new world!

After 71 grueling days at sea, the crewmembers of the Niña, Pinta and Santa Maria sight a tropical paradise which they christen San Salvador. The natives of the island eagerly trade their abundant raw materials with Columbus for his European goods.

Columbus is greeted as a national hero after returning to Spain with gold, spices, riches and tales of his amazing findings. However, he must continue to battle jealous enemies who are plotting his downfall.

Both classic movie fans and history buffs will enjoy the dramatic story of the steadfast man who changed the face of the world...Christopher Columbus!

Also stars Florence Eldridge, Francis L. Sullivan Nora Swinburne, and James Robertson Justice.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #76276 in DVD
• Released on: 2005-06-24
• Formats: Color, NTSC
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 95 minutes

Customer Reviews

GREAT MOVIE - TERRIBLE TRANSFER
"Christopher Columbus" is a movie made in England and resembles a good old-fashioned American film epic from days gone by.

The movie is wonderful but avoid this DVD unless you just want to have any copy in hand. I saw this film playing on TCM not long ago and it looked wonderful and decided to purchase Vision Video's DVD thinking it had to be the same transfer. WRONG!

This looks to be a 2nd or even 3rd generation video tape to DVD transfer with washed out colors and blurry grainy picture that is moving all over the place (gate not stable). Also there are artifacts abound. I was hoping that this was simply an error or defect but judging by the prices of their other DVDs and this title being basically a budget price point, I am sure they knew what was being put out and surprised as this is also a Christian based company. Maybe they will correct the problem and re-release it as it should be?

In the mean time, is there an official release somewhere that will play in Region 1?

Christopher Columbus starring Fredric March was AWESOME!
A must see! If you enjoy old movies to begin with, this is the one to see! The details are great, acting wonderful. i was not disappointed. A real keepsake. This was when movies were MOVIES!

Great Adventure Film
Great historical drama from 1949 of the great discoverer and his ups and downs- trying to convince the rulers of Spain that the world is indeed round. Features great costumes/sets, and performances by a wonderful supporting cast, with Frederic March in title role. I rate it even with another favorite 1949 epic, The Prince Of Foxes(Tyrone Power)- although this one was filmed in color. 5 stars!