Mahler (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1974, Mahler is a drama and music film directed by Ken Russell, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Famed composer Gustav Mahler reflects on the tragedies of his life and failing marriage while traveling by train.
Who’s in it. Mahler stars Robert Powell as Gustav Mahler, Georgina Hale as Alma Mahler, Lee Montague as Bernhard Mahler and Miriam Karlin as Aunt Rosa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Mahler has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mahler page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mahler tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mahler (1974)?
- In US, Mahler is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mahler worth watching?
- Mahler holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mahler?
- Mahler stars Robert Powell, Georgina Hale, Lee Montague, Miriam Karlin and Rosalie Crutchley.
- When was Mahler released?
- Mahler was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.
