Massacre in Rome (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1973, Massacre in Rome is a drama, war and history film directed by George P. Cosmatos, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. In the Nazi occupied city of Rome, an assault on an SS brigade draws retaliation from the military governship. "Massacre in Rome" is the true story of how this partisan attack led to the mass execution of Italian nationals under the orders of SS-Lieutenant Colonel Kappler.
Who’s in it. Massacre in Rome stars Richard Burton as SS-Obersturmbannführer Herbert Kappler, Marcello Mastroianni as Father Pietro Antonelli, Peter Vaughan as Field Marshal Albert Kesselring and Leo McKern as Gen. Kurt Maelzer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Massacre in Rome 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 Massacre in Rome page.
If you liked it. Fans of Massacre in Rome tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Massacre in Rome (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Massacre in Rome change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Massacre in Rome worth watching?
- Massacre in Rome holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Massacre in Rome?
- Massacre in Rome stars Richard Burton, Marcello Mastroianni, Peter Vaughan, Leo McKern and John Steiner.
- When was Massacre in Rome released?
- Massacre in Rome was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.