The Plague (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1992, The Plague is an action and drama film directed by Luis Puenzo, running about 148 minutes.
What it’s about. In a city in South America an outbreak of bubonic plague occurs. While people try to flee and the military close the city, an idealistic doctor decides to stay and help the sick. In the ever-changing circumstances, he puts up a brave fight, being helped by others but also involving them without being able to control the situation.
Who’s in it. The Plague stars William Hurt as Doctor Bernard Rieux, Robert Duvall as Joseph Grand, Raúl Juliá as Cottard and Sandrine Bonnaire as Martine Rambert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Plague has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Plague page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Plague 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 The Plague (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Plague change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Plague worth watching?
- The Plague holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Plague?
- The Plague stars William Hurt, Robert Duvall, Raúl Juliá, Sandrine Bonnaire and Jean-Marc Barr.
- When was The Plague released?
- The Plague was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 148 minutes.