Hildegard (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1994, Hildegard is a documentary, music and history film directed by James Runcie, running about 47 minutes.

What it’s about. An abbess, visionary, naturalist, playwright and composer, Hildegard of Bingen (played by Patricia Routledge) was a remarkable woman of the Middle Ages, her legacy comprising some of the most radiant accounts of religious experience ever.

Who’s in it. Hildegard stars Patricia Routledge as Hildegard von Bingen, Janet Suzman as Marchioness, Peter Vaughan as Abbot and Amanda Root as Ricardis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Hildegard has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hildegard page.

If you liked it. Fans of Hildegard tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hildegard (1994)?
In US, Hildegard is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Hildegard worth watching?
Hildegard holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary, music and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Hildegard?
Hildegard stars Patricia Routledge, Janet Suzman, Peter Vaughan, Amanda Root and Michael Byrne.
When was Hildegard released?
Hildegard was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 47 minutes.