Six Centuries of Verse (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1984, Six Centuries of Verse is a drama series.
What it’s about. Sir John Gielgud is joined by an outstanding repertory of actors in this pioneering, imaginative series demonstrating the immense variety and emotional impact of English-language poetry, from the fourteenth century to the contemporary era.
Who’s in it. Six Centuries of Verse stars John Gielgud as Self - Presenter, Nicholas Gecks as Self - Reader, Julian Glover as Self - Reader and Peggy Ashcroft as Self - Reader, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Six Centuries of Verse sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Six Centuries of Verse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Six Centuries of Verse tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Six Centuries of Verse (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Six Centuries of Verse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Six Centuries of Verse worth watching?
- Six Centuries of Verse holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Six Centuries of Verse?
- Six Centuries of Verse stars John Gielgud, Nicholas Gecks, Julian Glover, Peggy Ashcroft and Cyril Cusack.
- When was Six Centuries of Verse released?
- Six Centuries of Verse was released in 1984.