1984 (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1956, 1984 is a drama and science fiction film directed by Michael Anderson, running about 90 minutes. “Big Brother is Watching.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a totalitarian future society, a man whose daily work is rewriting history tries to rebel by falling in love.
Who’s in it. 1984 stars Edmond O'Brien as Winston Smith of the Outer Party, Jan Sterling as Julia of the Outer Party, Michael Redgrave as O'Connor of the Inner Party and David Kossoff as Charrington the Junk Shop Owner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, 1984 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 1984 page.
If you liked it. Fans of 1984 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 1984 (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 1984 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 1984 worth watching?
- 1984 holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 1984?
- 1984 stars Edmond O'Brien, Jan Sterling, Michael Redgrave, David Kossoff and Mervyn Johns.
- When was 1984 released?
- 1984 was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.