Casanova (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Series · ★ 4.5
Released in 1971, Casanova is a drama series.
What it’s about. Italian adventurer and libertine Giovanni Jacopo Casanova lived from 1725 to 1798, but in this six-part series Dennis Potter attempted to find a contemporary relevance through his central themes of sex and religion. He commented that Casanova "was concerned with religious and sexual freedom, and these are the things we have to address ourselves to now." Casanova was imprisoned in Venice in 1755, and Potter used that event as a central device, constantly inter-cutting to contrast Casanova's amorous escapades, radiant, joyful and brightly lit, with his oppressive solitary confinement in the gloom of a half-darkened cell.
Who’s in it. Casanova stars Frank Finlay as Giovanni Jacopo Casanova, Norman Rossington as Lorenzo, Zienia Merton as Cristina and Christine Noonan as Barberina.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Casanova has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Casanova page.
If you liked it. Fans of Casanova tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Casanova (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Casanova change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Casanova worth watching?
- Casanova holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Casanova?
- Casanova stars Frank Finlay, Norman Rossington, Zienia Merton and Christine Noonan.
- When was Casanova released?
- Casanova was released in 1971.