Prospero's Books (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1991, Prospero's Books is a fantasy and drama film directed by Peter Greenaway, running about 120 minutes. “A magician's spell, the innocence of young love and a dream of revenge unite to create a tempest.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An exiled magician finds an opportunity for revenge against his enemies muted when his daughter and the son of his chief enemy fall in love in this uniquely structured retelling of the 'The Tempest'.
Who’s in it. Prospero's Books stars John Gielgud as Prospero, Michael Clark as Caliban, Michel Blanc as Alonso and Erland Josephson as Gonzalo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Prospero's Books has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Prospero's Books page.
If you liked it. Fans of Prospero's Books 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 Prospero's Books (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prospero's Books change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Prospero's Books worth watching?
- Prospero's Books holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Prospero's Books?
- Prospero's Books stars John Gielgud, Michael Clark, Michel Blanc, Erland Josephson and Isabelle Pasco.
- When was Prospero's Books released?
- Prospero's Books was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.