"The Three Musketeers" is a 1973 film adaptation of Alexandre Dumas's classic novel "The Three Musketeers." Directed by Richard Lester, the film is known for its swashbuckling adventure and a comedic interpretation of the classic tale.
The movie features a star-studded cast including Oliver Reed as Athos, Raquel Welch as Constance de Bonacieux, Richard Chamberlain as Aramis, Michael York as D'Artagnan, and Frank Finlay as Porthos. The story follows the young and ambitious D'Artagnan as he joins forces with the three experienced musketeers to thwart a political conspiracy involving the powerful Cardinal Richelieu.
"The Three Musketeers" received positive reviews for its lively and entertaining take on the classic story. The film's success led to a sequel, "The Four Musketeers" (1974), which was originally intended to be part of the same film but was released as a separate entity. The 1973 adaptation is appreciated for its humor, energetic performances, and the swashbuckling spirit that captures the essence of Dumas's novel.