A Season in Hell (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1970, A Season in Hell is a drama and history film directed by Nelo Risi, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. The tumultuous life of Arthur Rimbaud, the cursed poet, who completed his masterwork at the age of twenty, became an arms dealer and died at thirty-seven; and his passionate relationship with Paul Verlaine, full of wanderings, storms and falling out.
Who’s in it. A Season in Hell stars Terence Stamp as Arthur Rimbaud, Jean-Claude Brialy as Paul Verlaine, Florinda Bolkan as Gennet and Pier Paolo Capponi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, A Season in Hell has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Season in Hell page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Season in Hell tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Season in Hell (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Season in Hell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Season in Hell worth watching?
- A Season in Hell holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Season in Hell?
- A Season in Hell stars Terence Stamp, Jean-Claude Brialy, Florinda Bolkan, Pier Paolo Capponi and Niké Arrighi.
- When was A Season in Hell released?
- A Season in Hell was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.