The Warrior Empress (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1960, The Warrior Empress is an adventure and history film directed by Pietro Francisci, running about 105 minutes. “She stormed the battlements of love and war!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The poetess Sappho led an uprising against the corrupt government of the island of Lesbos.
Who’s in it. The Warrior Empress stars Kerwin Mathews as Phaon, Tina Louise as Sappho, Riccardo Garrone as Hyperbius and Susy Andersen as Actis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Warrior Empress has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Warrior Empress page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Warrior Empress tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Warrior Empress (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Warrior Empress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Warrior Empress worth watching?
- The Warrior Empress holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Warrior Empress?
- The Warrior Empress stars Kerwin Mathews, Tina Louise, Riccardo Garrone, Susy Andersen and Alberto Farnese.
- When was The Warrior Empress released?
- The Warrior Empress was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.