Othello (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1990, Othello is a drama film directed by Trevor Nunn, running about 204 minutes.
What it’s about. Noble Moroccan Othello finds his life with beautiful, fiercely loyal Desdemona thrown tragically out of balance when secretly jealous, scheming confidante Iago begins an insidious campaign of lies and treachery.
Who’s in it. Othello stars Ian McKellen as Iago, Willard White as Othello, Imogen Stubbs as Desdemona and Clive Swift as Brabantio / Gratiano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Othello has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Othello page.
If you liked it. Fans of Othello tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Othello (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Othello change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Othello worth watching?
- Othello holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Othello?
- Othello stars Ian McKellen, Willard White, Imogen Stubbs, Clive Swift and Zoë Wanamaker.
- When was Othello released?
- Othello was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 204 minutes.