Nelligan (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1991, Nelligan is a drama film directed by Robert Favreau, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. This historical drama with music examines the life and times of Émile Nelligan, one of the major Canadian poets of the 19th century who struggled through a difficult childhood with the help of his loving mother, only to see his career cut short by tragic circumstances.
Who’s in it. Nelligan stars Marc St. Pierre as Émile Nelligan (jeune), Michel Comeau as Émile Nelligan, Lorraine Pintal as Émilie Nelligan and Luc Morissette as David Nelligan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Nelligan has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nelligan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nelligan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nelligan (1991)?
- In US, Nelligan is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Nelligan worth watching?
- Nelligan 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 Nelligan?
- Nelligan stars Marc St. Pierre, Michel Comeau, Lorraine Pintal, Luc Morissette and Gabriel Arcand.
- When was Nelligan released?
- Nelligan was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.