The Fall (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1969, The Fall is a war and documentary film directed by Peter Whitehead, running about 116 minutes. “Film as a Series of Historical Moments Seeking a Synthesis.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "The Fall" depicts certain scenes in New York City between October 1967 and March 1968, shot by the independent filmmaker, Peter Whitehead. It is a very personal documentary, and Whitehead appears in a large number of scenes, and we hear his lengthy ruminations on the state of the United States and the war in Vietnam.
Who’s in it. The Fall stars Peter Whitehead as Himself / Narrator, Alberta Tiburzi as Anna, Paul Auster and H. Rap Brown, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Fall has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fall page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fall tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fall (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fall worth watching?
- The Fall holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Fall?
- The Fall stars Peter Whitehead, Alberta Tiburzi, Paul Auster, H. Rap Brown and Stokely Carmichael.
- When was The Fall released?
- The Fall was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.