Alexander the Great (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1980, Alexander the Great is a drama and history film directed by Theo Angelopoulos, running about 210 minutes.
What it’s about. Alexander, a tribal warlord and former political prisoner, kidnaps British tourists, holding them for ransom until Britain and the Greek puppet government in Athens meet his demand for amnesty for his band of freedom fighters.
Who’s in it. Alexander the Great stars Omero Antonutti as Alexandros, Eva Kotamanidou as Alexandros' daughter, Mihalis Giannatos as Dragoumanos and Grigoris Evangelatos as Alexandros' schoolteacher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Alexander the Great 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 Alexander the Great page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alexander the Great tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alexander the Great (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alexander the Great change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alexander the Great worth watching?
- Alexander the Great holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Alexander the Great?
- Alexander the Great stars Omero Antonutti, Eva Kotamanidou, Mihalis Giannatos, Grigoris Evangelatos and Miranda Kounelaki.
- When was Alexander the Great released?
- Alexander the Great was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 210 minutes.