Medea
Director: Pier Paolo Pasolini
"It's a movie about a woman who beheads her brother, stabs her children, and sends her lover's wife up in flames. For Maria Callas, it's a natural."
Based on the plot of Euripides' Medea. Medea centers on the barbarian protagonist as she finds her position in the Greek world threatened, and the revenge she takes against her husband Jason who has betrayed her for another woman.
Where to Watch
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Cast
Maria Callas
Medea
Massimo Girotti
Creonte
Laurent Terzieff
Chirone
Giuseppe Gentile
Giasone
Margareth Clémenti
Glauce
Paul Jabara
Pelias
Gerard Weiss
Second Centaur
Sergio Tramonti
Apsirto, Medea's Brother
Luigi Barbini
Argonaut
Gian Paolo Durgar
Luigi Masironi
Jason at 5
Michelangelo Masironi
Jason at 13
In brief
Medea (1969) is a drama, fantasy film. With an average rating of 6.6/10 from 194 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 58min. You can stream it on: Criterion Channel.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Medea online?
Medea is available on the following streaming services: Criterion Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is Medea?
Medea runs 118 minutes (1h 58min).
What rating does Medea have?
Medea has an average rating of 6.6/10 based on 194 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is Medea from?
Medea was released in 1969.
