1789 (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1974, 1789 is a drama, history and documentary film directed by Ariane Mnouchkine, running about 151 minutes.
What it’s about. Recording of the play 1789, a collective creation by Théâtre du Soleil at La Cartoucherie de Vincennes in 1970, edited from several shows.
Who’s in it. 1789 stars Roland Amstutz, Lucia Bensasson, Jean-Claude Bourbault and Philippe Caubère as Molière.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, 1789 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 1789 page.
If you liked it. Fans of 1789 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 1789 (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 1789 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 1789 worth watching?
- 1789 holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 1789?
- 1789 stars Roland Amstutz, Lucia Bensasson, Jean-Claude Bourbault and Philippe Caubère.
- When was 1789 released?
- 1789 was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 151 minutes.