The Assassination of Trotsky (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1972, The Assassination of Trotsky is a thriller, drama and history film directed by Joseph Losey, running about 103 minutes. “For one moment, they hold history in their hands. With one terrible blow, they make it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Stalinist assassin tracks exiled revolutionary Leon Trotsky to Mexico in 1940.
Who’s in it. The Assassination of Trotsky stars Richard Burton as Leon Trotsky, Alain Delon as Frank Jackson, Romy Schneider as Gita Samuels and Valentina Cortese as Natalia Trotsky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Assassination of Trotsky has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Assassination of Trotsky page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Assassination of Trotsky tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Assassination of Trotsky (1972)?
- In US, The Assassination of Trotsky is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Assassination of Trotsky worth watching?
- The Assassination of Trotsky holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Assassination of Trotsky?
- The Assassination of Trotsky stars Richard Burton, Alain Delon, Romy Schneider, Valentina Cortese and Duilio Del Prete.
- When was The Assassination of Trotsky released?
- The Assassination of Trotsky was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.