THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (1975) MOVIE POSTER, DAYBILL, TV MOVIE
Condition Very Fine / Near Mint (9.0)
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (1975) MOVIE POSTER, DAYBILL, Starring Richard Chamberlain, Tony Curtis & Donald Pleasence, Directed by David Greene is in Very Fine/Near Mint Condition. Movie Poster and...
THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (1975) MOVIE POSTER, DAYBILL, Starring Richard Chamberlain, Tony Curtis & Donald Pleasence, Directed by David Greene is in Very Fine/Near Mint Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition
Condition: This Original Daybill is presented in Very Fine/Near Mint condition, folded as issued, Unused. No Flaws to mention. This Poster is currently stored folded and will be shipped in an acid free polyprop bag with acid free backing board. This is a genuine vintage Australian Daybill poster for the 1975 film The Count of Monte Cristo, a superbly printed piece reflecting the artwork style of the era. While the exact poster artist for this title remains uncredited, many Daybills from the 1970s feature stunning illustrative work typical of celebrated Australian poster designers, known for bold colours and high-impact layouts. This makes it a rare collectible and an excellent investment for fans of classic literature or period adventure films.
Movie Synopsis
The Count of Monte Cristo (1975) is a compelling television film adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' timeless adventure novel, brought to life with passion and gravitas by an exceptional cast. Directed by David Greene, this version is considered one of the most faithful cinematic renditions of the literary masterpiece, offering both thrilling storytelling and rich historical detail.
The story follows Edmond Dantès (played by the magnetic Richard Chamberlain), a young and successful merchant sailor who is falsely imprisoned through the betrayal of his supposed friends. After languishing in the infamous Château d’If for 13 years, Dantès escapes and discovers a hidden treasure on the Isle of Monte Cristo. Reborn as the enigmatic Count of Monte Cristo, he uses his newfound wealth and identity to enact a meticulously calculated revenge on those who wronged him.
This production co-stars Tony Curtis as Fernand Mondego, Donald Pleasence as the devious prosecutor Villefort, and Trevor Howard as the wise Abbé Faria — Dantès’ mentor in prison. Their performances add exceptional depth to this emotionally layered tale of justice, vengeance, and redemption. Louis Jourdan, who starred in an earlier 1961 version of the story, returns in a supporting role, adding a meta-layer to this adaptation.
Scripted by screenwriter Sidney Carroll, known for "The Hustler", the film pays homage to Dumas’ original text while maintaining a brisk, cinematic pace. The 1975 film was a UK-USA co-production and originally aired as a two-part TV special, but it has since earned cult acclaim and is widely regarded as one of Richard Chamberlain’s best performances. The atmospheric sets, historical costumes, and dramatic musical score contribute to its enduring appeal.
Interesting to note, much of the movie was filmed in authentic European locations, enhancing its visual authenticity. The film's use of actual castles, stone prison dungeons, and Mediterranean landscapes immerses viewers in the Napoleonic-era world of intrigue and betrayal.
Whether you're a fan of historical dramas, literary adaptations, or revenge thrillers, The Count of Monte Cristo (1975) is a must-watch. Its strong cast, faithful storytelling, and dramatic tone make it an essential title for any classic film collector or Dumas enthusiast.
To find out more about The Count of Monte Cristo (1975) click here to go to IMDB.com.
Special Notes
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.