Necropolis (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1970, Necropolis is a fantasy and horror film directed by Franco Brocani, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. A surreal and disturbing distillation of Western Civilization, Necropolis is the unhinged vision of Italian director Franco Brocani. Pierre Clémenti is Attila the Hun, naked and on horseback, while Warhol superstar Viva is a drunken and abusive Countess Bathory. A pop pastiche for the psychedelic generation, Necropolis features a soundtrack by Gavin Bryars.
Who’s in it. Necropolis stars Nicoletta Machiavelli, Tina Aumont, Pierre Clémenti as Attila and Paul Jabara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Necropolis has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Necropolis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Necropolis tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Necropolis (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Necropolis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Necropolis worth watching?
- Necropolis holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Necropolis?
- Necropolis stars Nicoletta Machiavelli, Tina Aumont, Pierre Clémenti, Paul Jabara and Carmelo Bene.
- When was Necropolis released?
- Necropolis was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.