Ulysses (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1967, Ulysses is a drama film directed by Joseph Strick, running about 132 minutes. “The shocking novel excites the screen! There is only one!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dublin; June 16, 1904. Stephen Dedalus, who fancies himself as a poet, embarks on a day of wandering about the city during which he finds friendship and a father figure in Leopold Bloom, a middle-aged Jew. Meanwhile, Bloom's day, illuminated by a funeral and an evening of drinking and revelry that stirs paternal feelings toward Stephen, ends with a rapprochement with Molly, his earthy wife.
Who’s in it. Ulysses stars Barbara Jefford as Molly Bloom, Milo O’Shea as Leopold Bloom, Maurice Roëves as Stephen Dedalus and T. P. McKenna as Buck Mulligan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Ulysses 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 Ulysses page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ulysses tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ulysses (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ulysses change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ulysses worth watching?
- Ulysses holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ulysses?
- Ulysses stars Barbara Jefford, Milo O’Shea, Maurice Roëves, T. P. McKenna and Martin Dempsey.
- When was Ulysses released?
- Ulysses was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.