The Decline (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.6

Released in 1961, The Decline is a drama film directed by Giannis Dalianidis, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. A weak before her lady-killer lover, a blond diva breaks up with the arrogant libertine to be with a kind friend. His ego demands appeasement, but the lethal revolver in her hand thirsts for retribution. Who is to blame for her downfall?
Who’s in it. The Decline stars Zoe Laskari as Rea, Nikos Kourkoulos as Kostas, Mirka Kalatzopoulou as Lena and Vagelis Voulgaridis as Petros, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Decline 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 The Decline page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Decline tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Decline (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Decline change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Decline worth watching?
- The Decline holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Decline?
- The Decline stars Zoe Laskari, Nikos Kourkoulos, Mirka Kalatzopoulou, Vagelis Voulgaridis and Nitsa Marouda.
- When was The Decline released?
- The Decline was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.
