Phèdre (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 2.5
Released in 1968, Phèdre is a drama film directed by Pierre Jourdan, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. In the absence of her royal husband Theseus, thought to be dead, Phaedra declares her love to Hippolyte, Theseus's son from a previous marriage.
Who’s in it. Phèdre stars Marie Bell as Phèdre, Jean Chevrier as Théramène, Claude Giraud as Hyppolyte and Jacques Dacqmine as Thésée, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Phèdre has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Phèdre page.
If you liked it. Fans of Phèdre tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Phèdre (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Phèdre change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Phèdre worth watching?
- Phèdre holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Phèdre?
- Phèdre stars Marie Bell, Jean Chevrier, Claude Giraud, Jacques Dacqmine and Tania Torrens.
- When was Phèdre released?
- Phèdre was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.