The Centurion (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1961, The Centurion is a drama, adventure and history film directed by Mario Costa. “Empires Clash and Topple!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Roman soldier falls in love with the daughter of a Greek city's anti-Roman leader.
Who’s in it. The Centurion stars Jacques Sernas as Caius Vinicius, John Drew Barrymore as Diaeus, Geneviève Grad as Hebe and Gianna Maria Canale as Artemide, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Centurion has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Centurion page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Centurion tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Centurion (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Centurion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Centurion worth watching?
- The Centurion holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Centurion?
- The Centurion stars Jacques Sernas, John Drew Barrymore, Geneviève Grad, Gianna Maria Canale and Gordon Mitchell.
- When was The Centurion released?
- The Centurion was released in 1961.