Alexander The Great (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1968, Alexander The Great is a drama, adventure, tv movie and history film directed by Phil Karlson, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. An historical film that follows the life of Alexander the Great, the Macedonian king that united all ancient Greek tribes and led them against the vast Persian Empire. Alexander conquered most of the then-known world and created a Greek empire that spanned all the way from the Balkans to India.
Who’s in it. Alexander The Great stars William Shatner as Alexander, Adam West as Cleander, John Cassavetes as Karonos and Joseph Cotten as Antigonus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Alexander The Great has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alexander The Great page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alexander The Great tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alexander The Great (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alexander The Great change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alexander The Great worth watching?
- Alexander The Great holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alexander The Great?
- Alexander The Great stars William Shatner, Adam West, John Cassavetes, Joseph Cotten and Simon Oakland.
- When was Alexander The Great released?
- Alexander The Great was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.