Pink Narcissus (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1971, Pink Narcissus is a fantasy and drama film directed by James Bidgood, running about 65 minutes. “A unique experience in visual fantasy!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An erotic poem set in the fantasies of a young male prostitute.
Who’s in it. Pink Narcissus stars Don Brooks as Angel / Times Square Hustler / Hippie, Bobby Kendall as Pan, Charles Ludlam as Salesman / Bar owner / Blind man / Pizza maker / Hindu dancer (uncredited) and Arthur Williams as John, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Pink Narcissus has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pink Narcissus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pink Narcissus 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 Pink Narcissus (1971)?
- In US, Pink Narcissus is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Pink Narcissus worth watching?
- Pink Narcissus holds an audience score of 6.1 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 Pink Narcissus?
- Pink Narcissus stars Don Brooks, Bobby Kendall, Charles Ludlam, Arthur Williams and Don Kvares.
- When was Pink Narcissus released?
- Pink Narcissus was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.