Tears for Electra (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1966, Tears for Electra is a drama film directed by Giannis Dalianidis, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Intent on hurting herself, a beautiful but desperate daughter crashes her car on the day of her mother's wedding, unfolding a tragic tale of love, deception, and murder behind the closed doors of a wealthy family.
Who’s in it. Tears for Electra stars Zoe Laskari as Ilektra Petridi, Mairi Hronopoulou as Lina Petridi, Alekos Alexandrakis as Yorgos and Manos Katrakis as Tasos Patridis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Tears for Electra has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tears for Electra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tears for Electra tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tears for Electra (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tears for Electra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tears for Electra worth watching?
- Tears for Electra holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tears for Electra?
- Tears for Electra stars Zoe Laskari, Mairi Hronopoulou, Alekos Alexandrakis, Manos Katrakis and Lakis Komninos.
- When was Tears for Electra released?
- Tears for Electra was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.