Antigone (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1992, Antigone is a drama film directed by Jean-Marie Straub, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A fearless Antigone, refusing to allow the dishonored body of her murdered brother Polynices to be devoured by vultures and dogs, defies the Thebian tyrant Creon by burying him.
Who’s in it. Antigone stars Astrid Ofner as Antigone, Ursula Ofner as Ismene, Werner Rehm as Kreon and Hans Diehl as Die Alten, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Antigone 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 Antigone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Antigone tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Antigone (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Antigone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Antigone worth watching?
- Antigone holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Antigone?
- Antigone stars Astrid Ofner, Ursula Ofner, Werner Rehm, Hans Diehl and Kurt Radeke.
- When was Antigone released?
- Antigone was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.