Orestes (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1969, Orestes is a drama film directed by Vassilis Photopoulos, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The third part of Euripides’ trilogy relates Orestes’ confrontation with the people of Argos after killing his mother Clytemnestra and her lover Aegisthus, and his struggle to defend himself and his heritage – with the support of his sister, Electra.
Who’s in it. Orestes stars Hiram Keller as Orestis, David Elan Peterson as Pyladus and Flery Dadonaki as Ilektra.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Orestes 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 Orestes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Orestes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Orestes (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Orestes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Orestes worth watching?
- Orestes holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Orestes?
- Orestes stars Hiram Keller, David Elan Peterson and Flery Dadonaki.
- When was Orestes released?
- Orestes was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.