Antigone
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In Thebes in ancient Greece, King Oedipus kills his father and marries his mother Jocasta, having two sons - Eteocles and Polyneices - and two daughters - Ismene and Antigone. King Oedipus dies a beggar in the exile after gouging out his own eye, and Eteocle agrees to reign in Thebes in alternating years with Polynices. However, he refuses to resign after the first year and Polynieces raises an army and attacks Thebes, and they kill each other. The ruler of Thebes Creon decrees that Eleocles should have an honorable burial while the body of the traitor Polyneices should be left on the battlefield to be eaten by the jackals and vultures. However, Antigone, who was betrothed to Creon's surviving son Haemon, defies Creon's orders and buries her brother. When Creon is reported of the attitude of Antigone, he sentences her to be placed in a tomb alive. Antigone hangs herself in the tomb and Haemon tries to kill his father first and then he kills himself with his sword...
Cast
Irene Papas
as Antigone
Manos Katrakis
as Creon
Maro Kodou
as Ismene
Nikos Kazis
as Haemon
Ilia Livykou
as Eurydice
Giannis Argyris
as Sentry
Byron Pallis
as A Messenger
Tzavalas Karousos
as Tieresias
Thodoros Moridis
as First Elder of Thebes
Giorgos Vlahopoulos
as Elder of Thebes
Yorgos Karetas
as Elder of Thebes
Thodoros Kefalopoulos
as Elder of Thebes
Pavlos Rafeletos
as Elder of Thebes
Mimis Rougeris
as Elder of Thebes
Kostas Alatzas
as Elder of Thebes
Labros Kotsiris
as people
Giorgos Vrasivanopoulos
as people
Koula Agagiotou
as people
Giota Soimoiri
as people
Kostas Papakonstantinou
as people
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Stream Antigone online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated history and drama movie originally produced in EL and released in 1961, it's earned a solid 7.6/10 from 18 viewers worldwide.
About Antigone
In Thebes in ancient Greece, King Oedipus kills his father and marries his mother Jocasta, having two sons - Eteocles and Polyneices - and two daughters - Ismene and Antigone. King Oedipus dies a beggar in the exile after gouging out his own eye, and Eteocle agrees to reign in Thebes in alternating years with Polynices. However, he refuses to resign after the first year and Polynieces raises an army and attacks Thebes, and they kill each other. The ruler of Thebes Creon decrees that Eleocles should have an honorable burial while the body of the traitor Polyneices should be left on the battlefield to be eaten by the jackals and vultures. However, Antigone, who was betrothed to Creon's surviving son Haemon, defies Creon's orders and buries her brother. When Creon is reported of the attitude of Antigone, he sentences her to be placed in a tomb alive. Antigone hangs herself in the tomb and Haemon tries to kill his father first and then he kills himself with his sword... Running 93 minutes.
Antigone Cast and Characters
The cast features Irene Papas (as Antigone), Manos Katrakis (as Creon), Maro Kodou (as Ismene), Nikos Kazis (as Haemon), and Ilia Livykou (as Eurydice). Their performances are a major reason Antigone has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Antigone keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy EL storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is Antigone?
Antigone runs for 93 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Antigone good? What's the rating?
Antigone holds a 7.6/10 rating based on 18 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Antigone?
The main cast includes Irene Papas, Manos Katrakis, Maro Kodou, and Nikos Kazis, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Antigone available in EL?
Yes — Antigone was originally produced in EL and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Antigone released?
Antigone was released in 1961.
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What is Antigone about?
Antigone is a History/Drama film. In Thebes in ancient Greece, King Oedipus kills his father and marries his mother Jocasta, having two sons - Eteocles and Polyneices - and two daughters - Ismene and Antigone. King Oedipus dies a beggar in the exile after gouging out his own eye, and Eteocle agrees to reign in Thebes in alternating years with Polynices. However, he refuses to resign after the first year and Polynieces raises an army and attacks Thebes, and they kill each other. The ruler of Thebes Creon decrees that Eleocles should have an honorable burial while the body of the traitor Polyneices should be left on the battlefield to be eaten by the jackals and vultures. However, Antigone, who was betrothed to Creon's surviving son Haemon, defies Creon's orders and buries her brother. When Creon is reported of the attitude of Antigone, he sentences her to be placed in a tomb alive. Antigone hangs herself in the tomb and Haemon tries to kill his father first and then he kills himself with his sword...
When was Antigone released?
Antigone was released on May 31, 1961. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. The film was produced by Norma Film Productions.
Who stars in Antigone?
Antigone stars Irene Papas, Manos Katrakis, Maro Kodou and Nikos Kazis. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Antigone available in HD?
Yes, Antigone is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.