The Castle (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2020, The Castle is a documentary film directed by Denys Desjardins, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. In the not-so-distant future stands a castle where life can be eternally extended, provided that the residents take their pills. At age 88, Madeleine sees herself as the princess of the castle where she'll live "till her dying breath"... until the day that she is forced to leave. Disturbing tale of an endearing woman at the dawn of losing her bearings in a system where every elderly person have to find a place to live.
Who’s in it. The Castle stars Madeleine Ducharme as Madeleine, Denys Desjardins as Denys and Maryse Desjardins as Maryse.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Castle sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Castle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Castle tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Castle (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Castle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Castle worth watching?
- The Castle holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Castle?
- The Castle stars Madeleine Ducharme, Denys Desjardins and Maryse Desjardins.
- When was The Castle released?
- The Castle was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.