Goya's Skull (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2018, Goya's Skull is a history and documentary film directed by Samuel Alarcón, running about 83 minutes. “The story of Goya's lost head” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bordeaux, France, 1828. Spanish painter Francisco de Goya y Lucientes dies in his French exile on April 16th and is buried in the local cemetery. Nobody, not even his only living son, Javier, claims his body. In 1888, after years of paperwork, the Spanish consul Pereyra finally obtains permission to exhume Goya's remains with the purpose to bury them in Spain. When the crypt is opened, the gravediggers make a discovery as macabre as it is stunning…
Who’s in it. Goya's Skull stars Féodor Atkine as Himself - Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Goya's Skull has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Goya's Skull page.
If you liked it. Fans of Goya's Skull tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Goya's Skull (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Goya's Skull change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Goya's Skull worth watching?
- Goya's Skull holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Goya's Skull?
- Goya's Skull stars Féodor Atkine.
- When was Goya's Skull released?
- Goya's Skull was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.