Hedda (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1975, Hedda is a drama film directed by Trevor Nunn, running about 102 minutes. “Glenda is Hedda” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Returning from her honeymoon with her husband, scholar Jorgen, the cold and manipulative Hedda Gabler is unmoved by the sacrifices he's made to provide her with an elegant home. But when she learns that Jorgen's rival for a university position, Ejlert, has made a surprising comeback with a recent publication, she's quick to push him back into his former alcoholism, steal the sequel to his book and even encourage the writer to kill himself.
Who’s in it. Hedda stars Glenda Jackson as Hedda, Timothy West as Brack, Peter Eyre as Tesman and Patrick Stewart as Ejlert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Hedda has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hedda page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hedda tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hedda (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hedda change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hedda worth watching?
- Hedda holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hedda?
- Hedda stars Glenda Jackson, Timothy West, Peter Eyre, Patrick Stewart and Constance Chapman.
- When was Hedda released?
- Hedda was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.