Castor & Pollux (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2011, Castor & Pollux is a music film directed by Pierre Audi, running about 155 minutes. “Castor et Pollux (2008) Nederlandse Opera. Rameau / French” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Recorded at the Musiektheater, Amsterdam on 21 & 25 January 2008. Performed by De Nederlandse Opera, composer Jean-Philippe Rameau's renowned tragedy "Castor et Pollux" tells the myth-based story of the selfless love between two brothers: Castor, who is mortal, and the immortal Pollux. When Castor dies trying to prevent the kidnapping of the woman he loves, Pollux decides to become mortal and replace his brother in the Underworld. Finnur Bjarnason, Henk Neven and Anna Maria Panzarella star.
Who’s in it. Castor & Pollux stars Anna Maria Panzarella as Télaïre, Véronique Gens as Phébé, Finnur Bjarnason as Castor and Henk Neven as Pollux, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Castor & Pollux has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Castor & Pollux page.
If you liked it. Fans of Castor & Pollux tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Castor & Pollux (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Castor & Pollux change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Castor & Pollux worth watching?
- Castor & Pollux holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Castor & Pollux?
- Castor & Pollux stars Anna Maria Panzarella, Véronique Gens, Finnur Bjarnason, Henk Neven and Judith van Wanroij.
- When was Castor & Pollux released?
- Castor & Pollux was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 155 minutes.