The Red Lanterns (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1963, The Red Lanterns is a drama film directed by Vasilis Georgiadis, running about 132 minutes. “Daring! Realistic! Overwhelming!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The inextricably intertwined stories of five sex workers who live in a brothel at Pireas harbor.
Who’s in it. The Red Lanterns stars Jenny Karezi as Eleni Niculescu, George Foundas as Mihailos, Dimitris Papamichael as Petros and Manos Katrakis as Nikolas Maroukis, ship captain, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Red Lanterns 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 The Red Lanterns page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Lanterns tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Lanterns (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red Lanterns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red Lanterns worth watching?
- The Red Lanterns holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Red Lanterns?
- The Red Lanterns stars Jenny Karezi, George Foundas, Dimitris Papamichael, Manos Katrakis and Mairi Hronopoulou.
- When was The Red Lanterns released?
- The Red Lanterns was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.