Catch My Soul (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1974, Catch My Soul is a music film directed by Patrick McGoohan, running about 97 minutes. “A Total Immersion.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Screenwriter John Good's rock & roll adaptation of Shakespeare's Othello who is a wandering evangelist who happens onto Iago's remote commune. There he marries the lovely Desdemona much to the chagrin of Iago, who also loves her. The conniving commune leader then manages to quietly pressure Othello until murder and tragedy ensue. Songs include: "Othello", "Working on a Building," "Eat the Bread, Drink the Wine," "Book of Prophecy," "That's What God Said," "Chug a Lug," "Open Your Eyes," "Lust of the Blood," "Put Out the Light" and more.
Who’s in it. Catch My Soul stars Richie Havens as Othello, Lance LeGault as Iago, Season Hubley as Desdemona and Tony Joe White as Cassio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Catch My Soul has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Catch My Soul page.
If you liked it. Fans of Catch My Soul tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Catch My Soul (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Catch My Soul change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Catch My Soul worth watching?
- Catch My Soul holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Catch My Soul?
- Catch My Soul stars Richie Havens, Lance LeGault, Season Hubley, Tony Joe White and Susan Tyrrell.
- When was Catch My Soul released?
- Catch My Soul was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.