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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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Cast · Directed by Jean Cocteau

JMJean Marais
Jean Marais
Orphée
FPFrançois Périer
François Périer
Heurtebise
MCMaría Casares
María Casares
Death
MDMarie Déa
Marie Déa
Eurydice
HCHenri Crémieux
Henri Crémieux
Editor
JGJuliette Gréco
Juliette Gréco
Aglaonice
RBRoger Blin
Roger Blin
The Poet
ÉDÉdouard Dermithe
Édouard Dermithe
Jacques Cégeste
ACAndré Carnège
André Carnège
Judge
RW
René Worms
Judge
RF
Raymond Faure
Journalist
PBPierre Bertin
Pierre Bertin
Commissioner

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More from Jean Cocteau · Director

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Orpheus — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Orpheus?

Orpheus is streaming on BFI Player and Artify in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Orpheus on Netflix?

No, Orpheus is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BFI Player and Artify.

Is Orpheus on Amazon Prime Video?

Orpheus isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Orpheus for free?

Orpheus is available on BFI Player and Artify in United Kingdom, 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).