Cartesius (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1974, Cartesius is a drama film directed by Roberto Rossellini, running about 162 minutes.
What it’s about. Rossellini's interpretation of Descartes' life.
Who’s in it. Cartesius stars Ugo Cardea as René Descartes, Renato Montalbano as Constantin Huygens, Anne Pouchie as Elezac and Claude Berthy as Guez de Balzac, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Cartesius 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 Cartesius page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cartesius tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cartesius (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cartesius change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cartesius worth watching?
- Cartesius holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cartesius?
- Cartesius stars Ugo Cardea, Renato Montalbano, Anne Pouchie, Claude Berthy and Vernon Dobtcheff.
- When was Cartesius released?
- Cartesius was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 162 minutes.