Theorem (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1968, Theorem is a drama and mystery film directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini, running about 95 minutes. “There are only 923 words spoken in "Teorema" – but it says everything!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A wealthy Italian household is turned upside down when a handsome stranger arrives, seduces every family member and then disappears. Each has an epiphany of sorts, but none can figure out who the seductive visitor was or why he came.
Who’s in it. Theorem stars Terence Stamp as The Visitor, Silvana Mangano as Lucia, the Mother, Massimo Girotti as Paolo, the Father and Anne Wiazemsky as Odetta, the Daughter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Theorem has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Theorem page.
If you liked it. Fans of Theorem tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Theorem (1968)?
- In US, Theorem is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Theorem worth watching?
- Theorem holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Theorem?
- Theorem stars Terence Stamp, Silvana Mangano, Massimo Girotti, Anne Wiazemsky and Andrés José Cruz Soublette.
- When was Theorem released?
- Theorem was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.