Danton's Death (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, Danton's Death is a drama and tv movie film directed by Alan Clarke, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Danton 's Death is arguably the most dramatic and penetrating study of revolution ever written. Georg Biichner concentrates on that moment in 1794 when the Reign of Terror, already well established, spills over into a total blood-bath. The play, adapted by director Alan Clarke and Stuart Griffiths, both highly imaginative and closely documentary, shows how the great hero of the early phase of the Revolution, Danton, sickened by the excesses of the guillotine, which he helped to create, wants to call a halt. But Robespierre and Saint-Just, the leaders of the extremists, with a ferocious puritanical zeal, spur on ' the wild horses of the Revolution.'
Who’s in it. Danton's Death stars Ian Richardson as Robespierre, Norman Rodway as Danton, John Woodnutt as Fouquier-Tinville and Zoë Wanamaker as Lucille, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Danton's Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of Danton's Death tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Danton's Death (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Danton's Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Danton's Death?
- Danton's Death stars Ian Richardson, Norman Rodway, John Woodnutt, Zoë Wanamaker and Roger Sloman.
- When was Danton's Death released?
- Danton's Death was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.