Marco (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film

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Released in 1973, Marco is an adventure, family and music film directed by Seymour Robbie, running about 109 minutes. “A sheer flight of exciting adventure in the brand new musical Marco Polo!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A combination of live action and animation chronicinge the great journey of Marco Polo to the mysterious Orient. Much of the story centers on Polo's relationship with the powerful Kublai Khan.

Who’s in it. Marco stars Desi Arnaz Jr. as Marco Polo, Jack Weston as Maffio Polo, Zero Mostel as Kublai Khan and Cie Cie Win as Aigiarm, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Marco page.

If you liked it. Fans of Marco tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Marco (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Marco change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Marco?
Marco stars Desi Arnaz Jr., Jack Weston, Zero Mostel, Cie Cie Win and Aimée Eccles.
When was Marco released?
Marco was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.