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Isadora

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A biography of the dancer Isadora Duncan, the 1920s dancer who forever changed people's ideas of ballet. Her nude, semi-nude, and pro-Soviet dance projects as well as her attitudes on free love, debt, dress, and lifestyle shocked the public of her time.

DirectorKarel Reisz
WritersClive Exton·Melvyn Bragg
ProducersRaymond Hakim·Robert Hakim

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Cast · Directed by Karel Reisz

VRVanessa Redgrave
Vanessa Redgrave
Isadora Duncan
JFJohn Fraser
John Fraser
Roger
JFJames Fox
James Fox
Gordon Craig
JRJason Robards
Jason Robards
Paris Singer
ZČZvonimir Črnko
Zvonimir Črnko
Sergei Essenin (as Ivan Tchenko)
VLVladimir Leskovar
Vladimir Leskovar
Bugatti (as Vladimir Leskovar)
CHCynthia Harris
Cynthia Harris
Mary Desti
BLBessie Love
Bessie Love
Mrs. Duncan
TVTony Vogel
Tony Vogel
Raymond Duncan
LG
Libby Glenn
Elizabeth Duncan
RG
Ronnie Gilbert
Miss Chase
WE
Wallas Eaton
Archer

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Isadora — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Isadora?

Isadora is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Plex in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Isadora on Netflix?

No, Isadora is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Plex.

Is Isadora on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Isadora is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Isadora for free?

Isadora is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in United Kingdom.

Is Isadora based on a true story?

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