Othello (1951)
Othello is a 1951 drama movie directed by Orson Welles, with a running time of 1h 33m. It stars Orson Welles, Micheál Mac Liammóir and Robert Coote.
Manipulated by his jealous ensign Iago, the Moorish general Othello is driven to believe that his new wife Desdemona is unfaithful, setting in motion a chain of deception, jealousy, and violence that leads to tragedy.
Quick answers
What is Othello about?
Manipulated by his jealous ensign Iago, the Moorish general Othello is driven to believe that his new wife Desdemona is unfaithful, setting in motion a chain of deception, jealousy, and violence that leads to tragedy.
When was Othello released?
Othello was released on 28 November 1951.
How long is Othello?
Othello runs 1h 33m.
Who made Othello?
Othello was directed by Orson Welles.
Where can I watch Othello?
Othello is available on Criterion Channel, Plex, Shout! Factory TV, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch Othello
Stream: Criterion Channel
Watch free with ads: Plex, Shout! Factory TV, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free
Rent: Fandango At Home
Buy: Fandango At Home
Cast
- Orson Welles as Othello
- Micheál Mac Liammóir as Iago
- Robert Coote as Roderigo
- Suzanne Cloutier as Desdemona
- Hilton Edwards as Brabantio
- Nicholas Bruce as Lodovico
- Michael Laurence as Michael Cassio
- Fay Compton as Emilia
- Doris Dowling as Bianca
- Joan Fontaine as Page
- Joseph Cotten as Senator (uncredited)
- Robert Rietti as Lodovico (voice)