The Degenerates (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1969, The Degenerates is a comedy, drama and history film directed by Gian Luigi Polidoro, running about 120 minutes. “They always go down to the lowest depths of human sensuality!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A series of bawdy and satirical episodes written during the reign of the emperor Nero and set in imperial Rome. Like the more famous version made by Federico Fellini, an adaptation of Petronius' Satyricon.
Who’s in it. The Degenerates stars Franco Fabrizi as Ascilto, Don Backy as Encolpio, Francesco Pau as Gitone and Mario Carotenuto as Eumolpo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Degenerates 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 Degenerates page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Degenerates tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Degenerates (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Degenerates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Degenerates worth watching?
- The Degenerates holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Degenerates?
- The Degenerates stars Franco Fabrizi, Don Backy, Francesco Pau, Mario Carotenuto and Ugo Tognazzi.
- When was The Degenerates released?
- The Degenerates was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.