JEWEL OF THE NILE (1985) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, Michael Douglas
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
JEWEL OF THE NILE (1985) Original Vintage Daybill Movie Poster, Starring Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner, Danny DeVito, Directed by Lewis Teague is in Very Fine Condition. Movie Poster and Condition....
JEWEL OF THE NILE (1985) Original Vintage Daybill Movie Poster, Starring Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner, Danny DeVito, Directed by Lewis Teague is in Very Fine Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This Original Daybill, Movie Poster is presented in Very Fine condition, 2 Daybill folds as issued, a little bit of staining on the right hand side below the 2nd fold, minor handling wear, there is some foxing on the back of the poster but does not show through (see photo), due to the foxing we have downgraded it to a Very Fine presentation, otherwise this poster presents in excellent condition with a colourful clean presentation.
This original vintage Australian daybill movie poster promotes The Jewel of the Nile (1985), the action-packed adventure comedy starring Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner. A sequel to the hugely successful Romancing the Stone (1984), this entertaining film combines exotic locations, treasure hunting, romance and spectacular action. Its colourful presentation and authentic 1980s appeal make this original 1985 movie poster an attractive addition to collections of vintage Australian daybills, classic adventure movie memorabilia and Michael Douglas film collectibles.
Movie Synopsis
The Jewel of the Nile (1985) is an American action-adventure comedy directed by Lewis Teague and written by Mark Rosenthal and Lawrence Konner. Continuing the story of characters introduced in Romancing the Stone, the film reunites Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner and Danny DeVito for another globe-trotting adventure filled with danger, humour, romance and the promise of fabulous treasure.
Joan Wilder, played by Kathleen Turner, is a successful romance novelist whose fictional adventures have made her a popular author. However, her life with adventurer Jack T. Colton, played by Michael Douglas, has become less exciting than she expected. Having settled into a life aboard their boat, the couple find themselves struggling with boredom and differing ideas about the future. Joan longs for new experiences and meaningful inspiration, while Jack is content with a relaxed existence away from the pressures of everyday society.
Their relationship takes an unexpected turn when Joan meets Omar, played by Spiros Focás, a charismatic North African ruler who invites her to accompany him to his homeland. Omar presents himself as a cultured and enlightened leader, and Joan becomes intrigued by the opportunity to experience a new environment beyond her familiar surroundings. She accepts his invitation, hoping to find fresh inspiration for her writing and perhaps a different direction in life.
However, Joan soon discovers that Omar's intentions are far more complicated than they initially appear. His ambitions involve political power and the legendary Jewel of the Nile, a priceless object whose significance extends beyond its material value. Joan becomes caught in a dangerous situation as she realises that the people around her may be using her presence to advance their own interests. What begins as an invitation to explore an unfamiliar culture quickly turns into a desperate struggle to escape a web of deception.
Jack Colton soon discovers that Joan is in trouble and sets out to rescue her. Once again, his practical survival skills, courage and irreverent humour become essential as he navigates unfamiliar territory. His determination to reach Joan is complicated by the presence of Ralph, played by Danny DeVito, the persistent small-time criminal who was involved in their previous adventure. Ralph's schemes and opportunistic behaviour create additional complications, although his questionable loyalty and comic timing make him an entertaining part of the story.
As the adventure unfolds, Joan and Jack are drawn into a series of dangerous encounters involving armed pursuers, political intrigue and the search for the mysterious jewel. They must rely on quick thinking, improvisation and their ability to work together if they are to survive. Their relationship is tested by jealousy, misunderstandings and the realisation that romance requires more than excitement and grand gestures. Beneath the action, the film explores the challenge of maintaining a relationship when two people have different ambitions and expectations.
The supporting cast includes Avner Eisenberg as Al-Julhara, a mysterious figure whose role becomes increasingly important as the story develops. His character adds an element of eccentricity and spiritual intrigue to the adventure, while the political conflict surrounding Omar raises the stakes for Joan and Jack. The search for the Jewel of the Nile becomes a race against time in which the characters must distinguish genuine allies from those who simply want to exploit the situation.
Director Lewis Teague, known for combining suspense with accessible entertainment, maintains the fast pace established by the original film while expanding the story into a larger international adventure. The production features desert landscapes, bustling locations, elaborate action sequences and comic set pieces. The chemistry between Douglas and Turner remains central to the film's appeal, while DeVito provides much of its mischievous humour. The screenplay balances physical comedy with romantic tension, creating an adventure designed to entertain a broad audience.
Released in 1985, The Jewel of the Nile followed the commercial success of Romancing the Stone and continued the adventures of one of the decade's memorable screen couples. The film's mixture of treasure hunting, exotic settings, romance and comedy reflects the popularity of adventure cinema during the 1980s. Its combination of action and humour also helped establish the series as a recognisable part of the era's popular film culture.
For collectors, this original vintage Jewel of the Nile movie poster represents an entertaining chapter in 1980s Hollywood adventure cinema. Its Australian daybill format makes it especially appealing to collectors of original Australian movie posters, Michael Douglas memorabilia, Kathleen Turner films and classic romantic adventure collectibles. This genuine period poster offers a colourful reminder of a decade when big-screen adventures combined humour, romance and spectacular escapades.
To find out more about The Jewel of the Nile (1985) 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.