James Joyce's 'Ulysses' (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, James Joyce's 'Ulysses' is a drama and documentary film directed by Nigel Wattis, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. From the series "The Modern World: Ten Great Writers", this playful documentary introduces James Joyce's most famous work "Ulysses". It includes fantastic adaptations to film from passages of the novel. It also includes excerpts from a book written by Joyce's friend, the artist Frank Budgen, entitled "James Joyce and the making of Ulysses". Amongst those interviewed is author Anthony Burgess.
Who’s in it. James Joyce's 'Ulysses' stars Anthony Burgess as Self, John Lynch as Stephen Dedalus, Bryan Murray as James Joyce and Sorcha Cusack as Molly Bloom, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch James Joyce's 'Ulysses' page.
If you liked it. Fans of James Joyce's 'Ulysses' tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch James Joyce's 'Ulysses' (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for James Joyce's 'Ulysses' change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in James Joyce's 'Ulysses'?
- James Joyce's 'Ulysses' stars Anthony Burgess, John Lynch, Bryan Murray, Sorcha Cusack and David Suchet.
- When was James Joyce's 'Ulysses' released?
- James Joyce's 'Ulysses' was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.