The Drinking Party (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film
Released in 1965, The Drinking Party is a notable film directed by Jonathan Miller, running about 46 minutes.
What it’s about. An interpretation of Plato's Symposium as a picnic organised by a University don for his students. Each guest is asked to explain the nature of love before the Don, through a series of questions, reaches a unifying conclusion.
Who’s in it. The Drinking Party stars Leo McKern as Socrates, Alan Bennett as Eryximachus, John Fortune as Phaedrus and Barry Justice as Agathon, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Drinking Party page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Drinking Party (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Drinking Party change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Drinking Party?
- The Drinking Party stars Leo McKern, Alan Bennett, John Fortune, Barry Justice and Michael Gough.
- When was The Drinking Party released?
- The Drinking Party was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 46 minutes.