Where can I watch The Count of Monte Cristo (1961)?

In CA, The Count of Monte Cristo is available to rent or buy from CosmoGo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is The Count of Monte Cristo worth watching?

The Count of Monte Cristo holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Most viewers rate it highly.

Who stars in The Count of Monte Cristo?

The Count of Monte Cristo stars Louis Jourdan, Yvonne Furneaux, Pierre Mondy, Yves Rénier and Claudine Coster.

When was The Count of Monte Cristo released?

The Count of Monte Cristo was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.

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The Count of Monte Cristo (1961): cast, story & where to watch

1961 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1961, The Count of Monte Cristo is a history film directed by Claude Autant-Lara, running about 180 minutes.

What it’s about. Edmund Dantes is falsely accused by those jealous of his good fortune, and is sentenced to spend the rest of his life in the notorious island prison, Chateau d'If. While imprisoned, he meets the Abbe Faria, a fellow prisoner whom everyone believes to be mad. The Abbe tells Edmund of a fantastic treasure hidden away on a tiny island, that only he knows the location of. After many years in prison, the old Abbe dies, and Edmund escapes disguised as the dead body. Now free, Edmund must find the treasure the Abbe told him of, so he can use the new-found wealth to exact revenge on those who have wronged him.

Who’s in it. The Count of Monte Cristo stars Louis Jourdan as Edmond Dantès, Yvonne Furneaux as Mercédès, Pierre Mondy as Carderousse and Yves Rénier as Albert de Morcerf, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Count of Monte Cristo has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from CosmoGo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Count of Monte Cristo page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Count of Monte Cristo tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.

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Where can I watch The Count of Monte Cristo (1961)?: In CA, The Count of Monte Cristo is available to rent or buy from CosmoGo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Count of Monte Cristo worth watching?: The Count of Monte Cristo holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Count of Monte Cristo?: The Count of Monte Cristo stars Louis Jourdan, Yvonne Furneaux, Pierre Mondy, Yves Rénier and Claudine Coster.
When was The Count of Monte Cristo released?: The Count of Monte Cristo was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.