Cagliostro (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1929, Cagliostro is a drama and adventure film directed by Richard Oswald, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. Paris, France, 1784. After living many tribulations, Joseph Balsamo, known as Count Cagliostro, an infamous adventurer, enigmatic magician and necromancer, experienced physician and ruthless swordsman, triumphs among the members of the decadent French aristocracy. But a bold foretelling about a very prominent noblewoman causes his fall in disgrace… (Partially lost film.)
Who’s in it. Cagliostro stars Hans Stüwe as Cagliostro, Charles Dullin as Count of Breteil, Edmond van Daële as Louis XVI and Alfred Abel as Prince of Rohan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Cagliostro has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cagliostro page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cagliostro tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cagliostro (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cagliostro change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cagliostro worth watching?
- Cagliostro holds an audience score of 6.1 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 Cagliostro?
- Cagliostro stars Hans Stüwe, Charles Dullin, Edmond van Daële, Alfred Abel and Ivan Koval-Samborskyi.
- When was Cagliostro released?
- Cagliostro was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.