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The Tempest

7.519601h 16mMovieDramaFantasyTV Movie

Prospero, the deposed Duke of Milan, who lives in exile on a remote island as a sorcerer, uses his powers to shipwreck his usurper brother on the island.

DirectorGeorge Schaefer
WriterJohn Edward Friend
ProducerGeorge Schaefer

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Cast · Directed by George Schaefer

MEMaurice Evans
Maurice Evans
Prospero
RBRichard Burton
Richard Burton
Caliban
RMRoddy McDowall
Roddy McDowall
Ariel
TPTom Poston
Tom Poston
Trinculo
LRLiam Redmond
Liam Redmond
Gonzalo
WBWilliam Bassett
William Bassett
Ferdinand
LRLee Remick
Lee Remick
Miranda
RRRonald Radd
Ronald Radd
Stephano
WL
William LeMassena
Antonio
PB
Paul Ballantyne
Sebastian
CG
Chris Gampel
The Boatswain
GL
Geoffrey Lumb
Alonso

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The Tempest — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Tempest?

The Tempest is streaming on BFI Player in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Tempest on Netflix?

No, The Tempest is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on BFI Player.

Is The Tempest on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Tempest isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BFI Player instead.

Where can I watch The Tempest for free?

The Tempest is available to stream free (with ads) on BFI Player in United Kingdom.