The Man with the Carnation (1980): cast, story & where to watch

1980 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 1980, The Man with the Carnation is a drama and history film directed by Nikos Tzimas, running about 125 minutes.

What it’s about. The story of Nikos Belogiannis member of the communist party and officer of Ellas that has come back to Greece only to get arrested, tried for espionage on behalf of Russia and executed.

Who’s in it. The Man with the Carnation stars Alekos Alexandrakis as Georgios Kartalis, Manos Katrakis as Nikolaos Plastiras, Angelos Antonopoulos as Tom and Foivos Gikopoulos as Nikos Belogiannis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Man with the Carnation 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 Man with the Carnation page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Man with the Carnation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Man with the Carnation (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man with the Carnation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Man with the Carnation worth watching?
The Man with the Carnation holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Man with the Carnation?
The Man with the Carnation stars Alekos Alexandrakis, Manos Katrakis, Angelos Antonopoulos, Foivos Gikopoulos and Mirka Papakonstantinou.
When was The Man with the Carnation released?
The Man with the Carnation was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.