Electra (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1962, Electra is an action, drama and history film directed by Mihalis Kakogiannis, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Living in exile after the death of their father, the grown children of a murdered and usurped king converge to exact eye-for-an-eye revenge.
Who’s in it. Electra stars Irene Papas as Elektra, Notis Peryalis as Elektra's Husband, Takis Emmanuel as Pylades and Manos Katrakis as The Tutor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Electra has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Electra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Electra tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Electra (1962)?
- In US, Electra is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Electra worth watching?
- Electra holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Electra?
- Electra stars Irene Papas, Notis Peryalis, Takis Emmanuel, Manos Katrakis and Giannis Fertis.
- When was Electra released?
- Electra was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.