The Twelve Tasks of Asterix

1976 1h 22m FR

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7.7

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★7.3TMDB · 1,385★7.7IMDB · 20,739

FamilyAnimationComedyAdventure

Synopsis

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Asterix and Obelix depart on an adventure to complete twelve impossible tasks to prove to Caesar that they are as strong as the Gods. You'll roar with laughter as they outwit, outrun, and generally outrage the very people who are trying to prove them "only human".

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Roger Carel
Astérix / Caius Pupus / Idefix / Sénateur (voice)
Jacques Morel
Obélix / Employé sur la balançoire (voice)
Jean Martinelli
Jules César / Jupiter (voice)
Henri Virlogeux
Panoramix / Iris / Décurion (voice)
Micheline Dax
Grande prêtresse de l'Île du plaisir / Cléopâtre (voice)
Pierre Tornade
Abraracourcix / Assurancetourix (voice)
Roger Lumont
Cylindric le Germain (voice)
Stéphane Steeman
Mannekenpix (voice)

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: René Goscinny
Writers: Pierre Tchernia, Albert Uderzo, René Goscinny
Languages: French
Countries: France, United Kingdom

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RUNTIME

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82 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.

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ERA

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50 years old — a genuine piece of film history.

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WORLD

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International production across 2 countries: France, United Kingdom.

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CINEMA

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Part of the "Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Gérard Calvi. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Pierre Biecher shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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7 / 8

CAST

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Roger Carel and Jacques Morel and Jean Martinelli carry the top of the cast.

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8 / 8

WILD

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IMDB entry: tt0072901 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

René Goscinny directs. Gérard Calvi scores. Pierre Biecher cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in France, United Kingdom. Dialogue in French.

Trivia

Things worth knowing

182 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.
250 years old — a genuine piece of film history.
3International production across 2 countries: France, United Kingdom.
4Part of the "Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
5Original score by Gérard Calvi. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
6Editor Pierre Biecher shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
7Roger Carel and Jacques Morel and Jean Martinelli carry the top of the cast.
8IMDB entry: tt0072901 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
9Classified under 23 themes, including "gladiator", "rome, italy", "roman empire", "magic".
10Released under 29 different titles around the world.

The technical file

Original score: Gérard Calvi
Editing: Pierre Biecher
Runtime: 82 min · 1h 22m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Original language: FR
Certification (US): 6
IMDB: The Twelve Tasks of Asterix (1976)
IMDB rating: 7.7/10 · 20,739 votes

Awards

2 wins total

Part of

Asterix and Obelix (Animation) Collection

The Asterix and Obelix Animation Collection is a delightful compilation of animated films featuring the beloved Gaulish heroes, Asterix and Obelix. Based on the popular French comic book series created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, the collection takes you on a journey through the duo's adventures as they resist the Roman Empire's occupation of Gaul. With their superhuman strength and wit, they protect their village from various threats, providing humor and excitement for the whole family.