The Seagull (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film
Released in 1975, The Seagull is a drama and tv movie film directed by John J. Desmond, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. Anton Chekhov's play "The Seagull" is brought to life in this acclaimed 1975 production directed by John Desmond. Seeking to reform the theater, Konstantin (Frank Langella) has written an experimental play with the lead to be acted by his beloved, Nina (Blythe Danner). He arranges the first performance to take place at a country estate, but the presence of his self-absorbed mother (Lee Grant) and her novelist lover disrupts the production.
Who’s in it. The Seagull stars Blythe Danner as Nina, Frank Langella as Konstantin Treplev, Lee Grant as Irina Arkadina and Kevin McCarthy as Trigorin, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Seagull page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Seagull tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Seagull (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Seagull change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Seagull?
- The Seagull stars Blythe Danner, Frank Langella, Lee Grant, Kevin McCarthy and Marian Mercer.
- When was The Seagull released?
- The Seagull was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.