Ethel (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2012, Ethel is a documentary film directed by Rory Kennedy, running about 97 minutes. “The personal, untold story of Ethel Kennedy” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Filmmaker Rory Kennedy interviews her mother, Ethel Kennedy, who discusses family, marriage and politics.
Who’s in it. Ethel stars Ethel Kennedy as Self, Rory Kennedy as Narrator (voice), Ralph Bunche as Self (archive footage) and Fidel Castro as Self (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Ethel has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ethel page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ethel (2012)?
- In US, Ethel is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ethel worth watching?
- Ethel holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ethel?
- Ethel stars Ethel Kennedy, Rory Kennedy, Ralph Bunche, Fidel Castro and Cesar Chavez.