Duse (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2025, Duse is a drama and history film directed by Pietro Marcello, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. In the years between WWI and the rise of Fascism, legendary thespian Eleonora Duse shocks everyone by getting back onstage at over 60 years of age. Struggling with the brutality of historical events unfolding and clinging to the possibility of utopia, she makes her art a revolutionary act, even at the cost of sacrificing health and affection—facing her final journey aware she could give up life itself, but not her own true nature.
Who’s in it. Duse stars Valeria Bruni Tedeschi as Eleonora Duse, Fanni Wrochna as Désirée, Noémie Merlant as Enrichetta Checchi and Fausto Russo Alesi as Gabriele D'Annunzio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Duse 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 Duse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Duse tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Duse (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Duse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Duse worth watching?
- Duse holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Duse?
- Duse stars Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, Fanni Wrochna, Noémie Merlant, Fausto Russo Alesi and Edoardo Sorgente.
- When was Duse released?
- Duse was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.