Romeo.Juliet (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film

Released in 1990, Romeo.Juliet is a notable film directed by Armando Acosta, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. The tale centers on an eccentric bag lady who rescues the stray cats of Venice and puts them on a boat to set sail for the new world. It has not been re-released for the home video market. This lack of availability, which has been described as making it "more rare than the dinosaur" has made it a sought-after item in some circles.
Who’s in it. Romeo.Juliet stars John Hurt as La Dame aux Chats / Mercutio (voice), Robert Powell as Romeo (voice), Francesca Annis as Juliet (voice) and Vanessa Redgrave as Mother Capulet (voice), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Romeo.Juliet page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Romeo.Juliet (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Romeo.Juliet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Romeo.Juliet?
- Romeo.Juliet stars John Hurt, Robert Powell, Francesca Annis, Vanessa Redgrave and Ben Kingsley.
- When was Romeo.Juliet released?
- Romeo.Juliet was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.