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Orpheus

7.619501h 35mNRMovieRomanceFantasyDrama

A famous poet in postwar Paris, scorned by the Left Bank youth, is in love with both his wife Eurydice and a mysterious princess. Seeking inspiration, the poet becomes obsessed and follows the princess from the world of the living to the land of the dead.

DirectorJean Cocteau
WriterJean Cocteau
ProducerAndré Paulvé

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jean Cocteau

Jean Marais
Jean Marais
Orphée
François Périer
François Périer
Heurtebise
María Casares
María Casares
Death
Marie Déa
Marie Déa
Eurydice
Henri Crémieux
Henri Crémieux
Editor
Juliette Gréco
Juliette Gréco
Aglaonice
Roger Blin
Roger Blin
The Poet
Édouard Dermithe
Édouard Dermithe
Jacques Cégeste
André Carnège
André Carnège
Judge
René Worms
René Worms
Judge
Raymond Faure
Raymond Faure
Journalist
Pierre Bertin
Pierre Bertin
Commissioner

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Orpheus — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Orpheus?

Orpheus is streaming on Criterion Channel and Artify in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Orpheus on Netflix?

No, Orpheus is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Artify.

Is Orpheus on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Orpheus isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Artify instead.

Where can I watch Orpheus for free?

Orpheus is available on Criterion Channel and Artify in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Orpheus?

Yes — Orpheus is followed by Testament of Orpheus (1960) in the Orphic Trilogy.

Is there a prequel to Orpheus?

Yes — The Blood of a Poet (1932) comes before Orpheus in the Orphic Trilogy.

Is Orpheus part of a trilogy?

Yes — Orpheus is part of a trilogy, alongside The Blood of a Poet (1932) and Testament of Orpheus (1960).

How many movies are in the Orphic Trilogy?

There are 3 films in the Orphic Trilogy: The Blood of a Poet (1932), Orpheus (1950) and Testament of Orpheus (1960).