Total Eclipse (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1995, Total Eclipse is a drama and romance film directed by Agnieszka Holland, running about 111 minutes. “Touched by Genius. Cursed by Madness. Blinded by Love.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young, wild poet Arthur Rimbaud and his mentor Paul Verlaine engage in a fierce, forbidden romance while feeling the effects of a hellish artistic lifestyle.
Who’s in it. Total Eclipse stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Arthur Rimbaud, David Thewlis as Paul Verlaine, Romane Bohringer as Mathilde Maute and Dominique Blanc as Isabelle Rimbaud, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Total Eclipse has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $339.9K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Total Eclipse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Total Eclipse tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Total Eclipse (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Total Eclipse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Total Eclipse worth watching?
- Total Eclipse holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Total Eclipse?
- Total Eclipse stars Leonardo DiCaprio, David Thewlis, Romane Bohringer, Dominique Blanc and Nita Klein.
- When was Total Eclipse released?
- Total Eclipse was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.