Dante's Inferno (1911): cast, story & where to watch
1911 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1911, Dante's Inferno is a fantasy, drama, adventure and horror film directed by Giuseppe de Liguoro, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. The classic tale of Dante's journey through hell, loosely adapted from the Divine Comedy and inspired by the illustrations of Gustav Doré. This historically important film stands as the first feature from Italy and the oldest fully-surviving feature in the world, and boasts beautiful sets and special effects that stand above other cinema of the era.
Who’s in it. Dante's Inferno stars Salvatore Papa as Dante Alighieri, Arturo Pirovano as Virgilio, Giuseppe de Liguoro as Farinata degli Uberti / Pier Delle Vigne / Il conte Ugolino and Augusto Milla as Lucifer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Dante's Inferno 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 Dante's Inferno page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dante's Inferno 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 Dante's Inferno (1911)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dante's Inferno change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dante's Inferno worth watching?
- Dante's Inferno holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, adventure and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dante's Inferno?
- Dante's Inferno stars Salvatore Papa, Arturo Pirovano, Giuseppe de Liguoro, Augusto Milla and Attilio Motta.
- When was Dante's Inferno released?
- Dante's Inferno was released in 1911, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.