Dalmas (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1973, Dalmas is a drama film directed by Bert Deling, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Bert Deling's surreal, button-pushing and hallucinogenic paean to the emerging possibilities of avant-garde and homemade filmmaking. Telling the tale of a violent ex-cop searching for the man who killed his partner, the film takes an unexpected turn when he encounters drug lord Plastic Man and a tribe of LSD enthusiasts. What follows is both literal and metaphorical mayhem as the boundaries of the film start collapsing and our idea of what's real is pushed to its very limits.
Who’s in it. Dalmas stars Peter Whittle as Dalmas, Peter Cummins as Plastic Man, Max Gillies as Rojack and John Duigan as Film Director, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Dalmas has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dalmas page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dalmas tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dalmas (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dalmas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dalmas worth watching?
- Dalmas holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dalmas?
- Dalmas stars Peter Whittle, Peter Cummins, Max Gillies, John Duigan and Roger Ward.
- When was Dalmas released?
- Dalmas was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.