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Mahler

6.819741h 55mMovieDramaMusic

Famed composer Gustav Mahler reflects on the tragedies of his life and failing marriage while traveling by train.

DirectorKen Russell
WriterKen Russell
ProducersSanford Lieberson·David Puttnam

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
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Cast · Directed by Ken Russell

RPRobert Powell
Robert Powell
Gustav Mahler
GHGeorgina Hale
Georgina Hale
Alma Mahler
LMLee Montague
Lee Montague
Bernhard Mahler
MKMiriam Karlin
Miriam Karlin
Aunt Rosa
RCRosalie Crutchley
Rosalie Crutchley
Marie Mahler
RMRichard Morant
Richard Morant
Max
ADAngela Down
Angela Down
Justine Mahler
RPRonald Pickup
Ronald Pickup
Nick
PEPeter Eyre
Peter Eyre
Otto Mahler
DGDana Gillespie
Dana Gillespie
Anna von Mildenburg
DCDavid Collings
David Collings
Hugo Wolfe
KCKenneth Colley
Kenneth Colley
Krenek

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Mahler — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Mahler?

Mahler is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Mahler on Netflix?

No, Mahler is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Mahler on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Mahler isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Mahler for free?

Mahler is available on Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Mahler based on a true story?

Yes — Mahler is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).