The Black Death (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film
Released in 2004, The Black Death is a documentary film directed by Peter Nicholson.
What it’s about. The Black Death, a pandemic disease that ravaged in the 1300s, caused a never-before-seen human catastrophe of frightening magnitude. Over the course of three terrible years, more than a third of Europe's population was wiped out.
Who’s in it. The Black Death stars Denis Lawson as Narrator, Simon Thorp as Gabriele De Mussis, Vincent Carmichael as Giovanni Boccaccio and Philip Madoc as Gentile da Foligno, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Death tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Death (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Black Death?
- The Black Death stars Denis Lawson, Simon Thorp, Vincent Carmichael, Philip Madoc and Jonathan Firth.
- When was The Black Death released?
- The Black Death was released in 2004.