A Clockwork Orange (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 1971, A Clockwork Orange is a drama and science fiction film directed by Stanley Kubrick, running about 137 minutes. “Being the adventures of a young man whose principal interests are rape, ultra-violence and Beethoven.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a near-future Britain, young Alexander DeLarge and his pals get their kicks beating and raping anyone they please. When not destroying the lives of others, Alex swoons to the music of Beethoven. The state, eager to crack down on juvenile crime, gives an incarcerated Alex the option to undergo an invasive procedure that'll rob him of all personal agency. In a time when conscience is a commodity, can Alex change his tune?
Who’s in it. A Clockwork Orange stars Malcolm McDowell as Alex DeLarge, Patrick Magee as Frank Alexander, Adrienne Corri as Mary Alexander and Miriam Karlin as Catlady Weathers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, A Clockwork Orange sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $26.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can 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 A Clockwork Orange page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Clockwork Orange tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Clockwork Orange (1971)?
- In US, A Clockwork Orange is available to 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 A Clockwork Orange worth watching?
- A Clockwork Orange holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Clockwork Orange?
- A Clockwork Orange stars Malcolm McDowell, Patrick Magee, Adrienne Corri, Miriam Karlin and Warren Clarke.
- When was A Clockwork Orange released?
- A Clockwork Orange was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 137 minutes.