Master of the World (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1961, Master of the World is a fantasy and science fiction film directed by William Witney, running about 102 minutes. “The fabulous adventures of the man who conquered the earth to save it!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A mad genius tries to bomb the world into peace.
Who’s in it. Master of the World stars Vincent Price as Captain Robur, Charles Bronson as John Strock, Mary Webster as Dorothy Prudent and Henry Hull as Prudent, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Master of the World has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and rent or buy it from FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Master of the World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Master of the World tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Master of the World (1961)?
- In US, Master of the World is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo, and rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Master of the World worth watching?
- Master of the World holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Master of the World?
- Master of the World stars Vincent Price, Charles Bronson, Mary Webster, Henry Hull and David Frankham.
- When was Master of the World released?
- Master of the World was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.