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Othello

7.419511h 33mMovieDrama

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.

DirectorOrson Welles
WritersJean Sacha·Orson Welles
ProducersOrson Welles·Giorgio Papi

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Cast · Directed by Orson Welles

OWOrson Welles
Orson Welles
Othello
MLMicheál Mac Liammóir
Micheál Mac Liammóir
Iago
RCRobert Coote
Robert Coote
Roderigo
SCSuzanne Cloutier
Suzanne Cloutier
Desdemona
HEHilton Edwards
Hilton Edwards
Brabantio
NB
Nicholas Bruce
Lodovico
ML
Michael Laurence
Michael Cassio
FCFay Compton
Fay Compton
Emilia
DDDoris Dowling
Doris Dowling
Bianca
JFJoan Fontaine
Joan Fontaine
Page
JCJoseph Cotten
Joseph Cotten
Senator (uncredited)
RRRobert Rietti
Robert Rietti
Lodovico (voice)

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Othello — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Othello?

Othello is streaming on Plex in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Othello on Netflix?

No, Othello is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is Othello on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Othello isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch Othello for free?

Othello is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Canada.