Movie

Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus

★ 8.0(1)19861h 52m

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Good to know

Director: Don Taylor
Release date: 1986-09-17
Runtime: 1h 52m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus

Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus is a 1986 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Don Taylor, starring Anthony Quayle, Juliet Stevenson and Paul Copley. It has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Oedipus's wanderings come to an end when he finds his final resting place, as foretold by the gods. But his brother-in-law and his son each try to take him away.

Cast

Anthony Quayle

Oedipus

Juliet Stevenson

Antigone

Paul Copley

Local Man

Christopher Hancock

Chorus

Ian Hogg

Chorus

Edward Jewesbury

Chorus

Trevor Peacock

Chorus

Bryan Pringle

Chorus

William Morgan Sheppard

Chorus

Barry Stanton

Chorus

Jerome Willis

Chorus

Frank Windsor

Chorus

Themes & keywords

oedipusantigonegreek tragedy

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus in Canada?+

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Is Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus on Netflix?+

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How long is Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus?+

Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

Who stars in Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus?+

Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus stars Anthony Quayle, Juliet Stevenson, Paul Copley, Christopher Hancock and Ian Hogg.

When did Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus come out?+

Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus is a 1986 movie directed by Don Taylor.

What genre is Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus?+

Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus is Drama film.

Who directed Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus?+

Theban Plays: Oedipus at Colonus was directed by Don Taylor.