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History Lessons

6.219721h 28mMovieDrama

Set in contemporary Rome, the film shows through a series of encounters with “ancient” Romans, how the economic and political manipulation by ancient Roman society led to Caesar’s dictatorship. - British Film Institute

DirectorsJean-Marie Straub·Danièle Huillet
WritersDanièle Huillet·Jean-Marie Straub
ProducersDanièle Huillet·Jean-Marie Straub

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Cast · Directed by Jean-Marie Straub

GB
Gottfried Bold
Der Bankier
JU
Johann Unterpertinger
Der Bauer
HL
Henri Ludwigg
Der Anwalt
CV
Carl Vaillant
Der Dichter
BZ
Benedikt Zulauf
Der Junge Mann

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History Lessons — streaming FAQ

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History Lessons isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is History Lessons on Netflix?

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History Lessons isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for History Lessons?

History Lessons hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around October 29, 1972. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.