Under Milk Wood (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1972, Under Milk Wood is a comedy and drama film directed by Andrew Sinclair, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. The delightful if peculiar story of a day in the life of a small, Welsh fishing village called "Llareggub" in which we meet a host of curious characters (and ghosts) through the 'eyes' of Blind Captain Cat.
Who’s in it. Under Milk Wood stars Richard Burton as First Man, Elizabeth Taylor as Rosie Probert, Peter O'Toole as Captain Tom Cat and Glynis Johns as Myfanwy Price, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Under Milk Wood 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 Under Milk Wood page.
If you liked it. Fans of Under Milk Wood tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Under Milk Wood (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Under Milk Wood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Under Milk Wood worth watching?
- Under Milk Wood holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Under Milk Wood?
- Under Milk Wood stars Richard Burton, Elizabeth Taylor, Peter O'Toole, Glynis Johns and Vivien Merchant.
- When was Under Milk Wood released?
- Under Milk Wood was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.