Melancholia (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film
Released in 1989, Melancholia is a drama film directed by Andi Engel, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Art critic Keller, a German ex-pat living in London, is confronted by his radical 1960s past when he's asked to assassinate a Chilean murderer who is on a visit to London.
Who’s in it. Melancholia stars Jeroen Krabbé as David Keller, Susannah York as Catherine Lanham Franck, Ulrich Wildgruber as Manfred and Jane Gurnett as Sarah Yelin, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Melancholia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Melancholia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Melancholia (1989)?
- In US, Melancholia is available to stream on BFI Player Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Melancholia?
- Melancholia stars Jeroen Krabbé, Susannah York, Ulrich Wildgruber, Jane Gurnett and Kate Hardie.
- When was Melancholia released?
- Melancholia was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.