The Travelling Players (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1975, The Travelling Players is a drama, war and history film directed by Theo Angelopoulos, running about 222 minutes.
What it’s about. This expansive Greek drama follows a troupe of theater actors as they perform around their country during World War II. While the production that they put on is entitled "Golfo the Shepherdess," the thespians end up echoing scenes from classic Greek tales in their own lives, as Elektra plots revenge on her mother for the death of her father, and seeks help from her brother, Orestes, a young anti-fascist rebel.
Who’s in it. The Travelling Players stars Eva Kotamanidou as Elektra, Vangelis Kazan as Aegisthus, Aliki Georgouli as Elektra's Mother and Kiriakos Katrivanos as Pylades, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Travelling Players 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 Travelling Players page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Travelling Players tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Travelling Players (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Travelling Players change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Travelling Players worth watching?
- The Travelling Players holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Travelling Players?
- The Travelling Players stars Eva Kotamanidou, Vangelis Kazan, Aliki Georgouli, Kiriakos Katrivanos and Stratos Pahis.
- When was The Travelling Players released?
- The Travelling Players was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 222 minutes.