The Cormorant (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1993, The Cormorant is a drama and horror film directed by Peter Markham, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. For a young couple, the small cottage tucked away in a quiet village in the mountains of north Wales, a legacy from a distant, estranged uncle, is a dream come true. The one condition of the inheritance is that they keep the uncle's beloved pet cormorant. They soon discover, however, that the cormorant is no mere bird, but a foul and malignant creature that may exact a greater price than they are willing to pay. Filmed as part of the BBC series, "Screen Two".
Who’s in it. The Cormorant stars Ralph Fiennes as John Talbot, Helen Schlesinger as Jill, Thomas Williams as Tom and Buddug Morgan as Jenny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Cormorant 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 Cormorant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cormorant tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cormorant (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cormorant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cormorant worth watching?
- The Cormorant holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Cormorant?
- The Cormorant stars Ralph Fiennes, Helen Schlesinger, Thomas Williams, Buddug Morgan and Derek Hutchinson.
- When was The Cormorant released?
- The Cormorant was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.