Avatar (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1916, Avatar is a drama and fantasy film directed by Carmine Gallone, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on Théophile Gautier's novel of the same name, the film tells of the tragic love affair of Ottavio de Saville. He falls madly in love with Madame Prascovie Labinska, a woman very faithful to her husband, the Polish count Olaf Labinski. Alarmed by the growing physical and mental weariness of the desperate young man, his relatives and friends decide to turn to Doctor Balthazar, who has just returned from a trip to the Indies where he was initiated into the secrets of Brahman.
Who’s in it. Avatar stars Soava Gallone, Andrea Habay, Amleto Novelli and Augusto Mastripietri.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Avatar has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Avatar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Avatar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Avatar (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Avatar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Avatar worth watching?
- Avatar holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Avatar?
- Avatar stars Soava Gallone, Andrea Habay, Amleto Novelli and Augusto Mastripietri.
- When was Avatar released?
- Avatar was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.