Peer Gynt (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 1972, Peer Gynt is a drama and fantasy film directed by Alan Cooke, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. The 1972 BBC adaptation of Ibsen’s epic dramatic fantasy about a man in search of his soul.
Who’s in it. Peer Gynt stars Colin Blakely as Peer Gynt, Wendy Hiller as Aase, Francesca Annis as Solveig and Sara Kestelman as Ingrid / Green Woman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Peer Gynt 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 Peer Gynt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Peer Gynt tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Peer Gynt (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Peer Gynt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Peer Gynt worth watching?
- Peer Gynt holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Peer Gynt?
- Peer Gynt stars Colin Blakely, Wendy Hiller, Francesca Annis, Sara Kestelman and Ray Barrett.
- When was Peer Gynt released?
- Peer Gynt was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.
