Amazons of Rome (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1961, Amazons of Rome is a drama and adventure film directed by Vittorio Cottafavi, running about 105 minutes. “A Thousand Tempting Beauties ... They Fought Like Ten Thousand Unchained Tigers!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Marching down the Italian peninsula to sack ancient Rome, Etruscan warrior Drusco instead offers to hold back his onslaught if the Romans hand over hostages, including Clelia, the sexy leader of a clan of woman warriors. But before long, intrigue and betrayal unravel the fragile peace. Directors Carlo Ludovico Bragaglia and Vittorio Cottafavi helm this vintage sword-and-sandal epic.
Who’s in it. Amazons of Rome stars Louis Jourdan as Drusco, Sylvia Syms as Clelia, Jean Chevrier as Porcenna, Etruscan leader and Nicole Courcel as Lucilla, Porcenna's wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Amazons of Rome has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Amazons of Rome page.
If you liked it. Fans of Amazons of Rome tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Amazons of Rome (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amazons of Rome change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Amazons of Rome worth watching?
- Amazons of Rome holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Amazons of Rome?
- Amazons of Rome stars Louis Jourdan, Sylvia Syms, Jean Chevrier, Nicole Courcel and Ettore Manni.
- When was Amazons of Rome released?
- Amazons of Rome was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.