Where can I watch The Tempest (1979)?

In GB, The Tempest is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is The Tempest worth watching?

The Tempest holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.

Who stars in The Tempest?

The Tempest stars Peter Bull, David Meyer, Neil Cunningham, Heathcote Williams and Toyah Willcox.

When was The Tempest released?

The Tempest was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.

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The Tempest (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1979, The Tempest is a drama film directed by Derek Jarman, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Prospero, a potent magician, lives on a desolate isle with his virginal daughter, Miranda. He's in exile, banished from his duchy by his usurping brother and the King of Naples. Providence brings these enemies near; aided by his vassal the spirit Ariel, Prospero conjures a tempest to wreck the Italian ship. The king's son, thinking all others lost, becomes Prospero's prisoner, falling in love with Miranda and she with him. Prospero's brother and the king wander the island, as do a drunken cook and sailor, who conspire with Caliban, Prospero's beastly slave, to murder Prospero. Prospero wants reason to triumph, Ariel wants his freedom, Miranda a husband; the sailors want to dance.

Who’s in it. The Tempest stars Peter Bull as Alonso, the King of Naples, David Meyer as Ferdinand, his son, Neil Cunningham as Sebastian, his brother and Heathcote Williams as Prospero, the Right Duke of Milan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Tempest has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tempest page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Tempest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Tempest (1979)?: In GB, The Tempest is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Tempest worth watching?: The Tempest holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Tempest?: The Tempest stars Peter Bull, David Meyer, Neil Cunningham, Heathcote Williams and Toyah Willcox.
When was The Tempest released?: The Tempest was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.