Moulin Rouge (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1928, Moulin Rouge is a drama and music film directed by E.A. Dupont, running about 137 minutes.
What it’s about. An odd and tightly directed tale of a singer/dancer at the Moulin Rouge, who meets her daughter's fiance, only to have him fall obsessively in love with her and she with him. Alienation, betrayal and near tragedy result.
Who’s in it. Moulin Rouge stars Olga Tschechowa as Parysia, Eve Gray as Margaret, Jean Bradin as Andre and Georges Tréville as Father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Moulin Rouge has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Moulin Rouge page.
If you liked it. Fans of Moulin Rouge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Moulin Rouge (1928)?
- In GB, Moulin Rouge is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Moulin Rouge worth watching?
- Moulin Rouge holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Moulin Rouge?
- Moulin Rouge stars Olga Tschechowa, Eve Gray, Jean Bradin, Georges Tréville and Marcel Vibert.
- When was Moulin Rouge released?
- Moulin Rouge was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 137 minutes.