Movie

The Tempest

“The spell has been cast.”

★ 6.2(13)19981h 25m

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Good to know

Director: Jack Bender
Release date: 1998-12-13
Runtime: 1h 25m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: NBC Studios

About The Tempest

The Tempest is a 1998 movie in the Drama, Fantasy and Science Fiction genres, directed by Jack Bender, starring Peter Fonda, John Glover and Harold Perrineau. It has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 13 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Tempest in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An adaptation of Shakespeare's classic is set in the Mississippi bayous during the Civil War.

Cast

Peter Fonda

Gideon Prosper

John Glover

Anthony Prosper

Harold Perrineau

Ariel

Katherine Heigl

Miranda Prosper

John Pyper-Ferguson

Gator Man

Eddie Mills

Captain Frederick Allen

Dennis Redfield

Wilfried "Willy" Gonzo

Donzaleigh Abernathy

Mambo Azaleigh

Jon Huffman

General Grant

Tom Nowicki

General Sherman

Rhoda Griffis

Sophie Dupree

Lonnie Hamilton

Old Ariel

Themes & keywords

civil warbayoutempest

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Tempest in Canada?+

The Tempest is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Tempest on Netflix?+

The Tempest is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Tempest?+

The Tempest has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

Who stars in The Tempest?+

The Tempest stars Peter Fonda, John Glover, Harold Perrineau, Katherine Heigl and John Pyper-Ferguson.

When did The Tempest come out?+

The Tempest is a 1998 movie directed by Jack Bender.

What genre is The Tempest?+

The Tempest is Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Tempest?+

The Tempest was directed by Jack Bender.