Edvard Munch (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Series · ★ 6.8
Released in 1974, Edvard Munch is a notable series.
What it’s about. Edvard Munch is a 1974 biographical film about the Norwegian Expressionist painter Edvard Munch, written and directed by Peter Watkins. It was originally created as a three-part miniseries co-produced by the Norwegian and Swedish state television networks NRK and SVT, but subsequently gained an American theatrical release in a three-hour version in 1976. The film covers about thirty years of Munch's life, focusing on the influences that shaped his art, particularly the prevalence of disease and death in his family and his youthful affair with a married woman. The film was screened at the 1976 Cannes Film Festival, but wasn't entered into the main competition.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Edvard Munch 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 Edvard Munch page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Edvard Munch (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Edvard Munch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Edvard Munch worth watching?
- Edvard Munch holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Edvard Munch released?
- Edvard Munch was released in 1974.