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The frogs (1977)

Movie 120 min

The comedy was written and played at the end of the 5th century BC, at the end of the Peloponnesian War, a time of decline of the Athenian Republic. Aristophanes, on the occasion of the political situation in his country, tries to help his fellow citizens by presenting this comedy. Dionysus and his slave Xanthias, with the instructions of Hercules, go down to Hades looking for a poet, who will bring his city out of the impasse in which it has reached. After the poetic struggle between Euripides and Aeschylus, Dionysus chooses the latter to save Athens and they leave Hades together.

Aristophanes Writer Spyros Evangelatos Director Kostas Lyhnaras Director

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June 25, 1977
Runtime
120 min
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Frequently asked questions

What is The frogs about?
The comedy was written and played at the end of the 5th century BC, at the end of the Peloponnesian War, a time of decline of the Athenian Republic. Aristophanes, on the occasion of the political situation in his country, tries to help his fellow citizens by presenting this comedy. Dionysus and his slave Xanthias, with the instructions of Hercules, go down to Hades looking for a poet, who will bring his city out of the impasse in which it has reached. After the poetic struggle between Euripides and Aeschylus, Dionysus chooses the latter to save Athens and they leave Hades together.
Who directed The frogs?
The frogs was directed by Spyros Evangelatos, Kostas Lyhnaras.
Who stars in The frogs?
The frogs stars Kostas Athanasopoulos, Kostas Basis, Nikos Bousdoukos, Stathis Kakavas.
When was The frogs released?
The frogs is a 1977 comedy film.
Where can I watch The frogs?
You can watch The frogs with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.