Year: 1962
Runtime: 100 mins
Language: English
Director: Andrew Marton
In 1896 the modern Olympic Games return to Athens. Spiridon Loues, a shepherd, travels there to run the 26‑mile marathon. He reunites with Christina Gratsos, now maid to actress Eleni Costa. Though late for qualification, his speed earns a spot from American Coach Graham. Eleni says she will marry the winner, her lover Lieutenant Vinardos.
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