The Count of Monte Cristo (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1918, The Count of Monte Cristo is an adventure film directed by Henri Pouctal, running about 173 minutes.
What it’s about. Le comte de Monte Cristo (15 Episodes). Monte Cristo, based upon Alexandre Dumas' novel of the same name, tells the story of Edmond Dantès, an innocent man jailed for 14 years after being wrongfully convicted. He succeeds to escape prison, finds a treasure on the isle of Montecristo and wreaks revenge on the ones who put him in prison.
Who’s in it. The Count of Monte Cristo stars Léon Mathot as Edmond Dantès, Alexandre Colas as Baron Danglars, Albert Mayer as Villefort and Jean Garat as Comte de Morcerf, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Count of Monte Cristo has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Count of Monte Cristo page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Count of Monte Cristo 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 Count of Monte Cristo (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Count of Monte Cristo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Count of Monte Cristo worth watching?
- The Count of Monte Cristo holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Count of Monte Cristo?
- The Count of Monte Cristo stars Léon Mathot, Alexandre Colas, Albert Mayer, Jean Garat and Joseph Boulle.
- When was The Count of Monte Cristo released?
- The Count of Monte Cristo was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 173 minutes.