The Monk (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1972, The Monk is a drama and horror film directed by Adonis Kyrou, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Ambrosio is a monk who is sexually tempted by an emissary of the Devil, a young girl in monk's robes. After he has committed numerous crimes, it appears that he will be caught and punished by the Inquisition. Instead, he signs up on the Devil's team and wins his freedom.. and eventually, the papacy.
Who’s in it. The Monk stars Franco Nero as Ambrosio, Nathalie Delon as Mathilde, Nicol Williamson as The Duke of Talamur and Nadja Tiller as Elvira, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Monk 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 The Monk page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Monk tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Monk (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Monk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Monk worth watching?
- The Monk holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Monk?
- The Monk stars Franco Nero, Nathalie Delon, Nicol Williamson, Nadja Tiller and Eliana De Santis.
- When was The Monk released?
- The Monk was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.