Alzire or the New Continent (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1978, Alzire or the New Continent is a drama film directed by Thomas Koerfer, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. A theatrical group prepare Voltaire’s play “Alzire”. From this the ideas of Voltaire are examined as they relate to the present day political situation.
Who’s in it. Alzire or the New Continent stars François Simon as Voltaire, Roger Jendly as Rousseau, Monica Bleibtreu as Julie and Verena Buss as Tina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Alzire or the New Continent has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alzire or the New Continent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alzire or the New Continent tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alzire or the New Continent (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alzire or the New Continent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alzire or the New Continent worth watching?
- Alzire or the New Continent holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alzire or the New Continent?
- Alzire or the New Continent stars François Simon, Roger Jendly, Monica Bleibtreu, Verena Buss and Verena Reichhardt.
- When was Alzire or the New Continent released?
- Alzire or the New Continent was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.