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Napoleon

Napoléon

1927 · 5h 30m · Released

Drama, History, War

A biopic of Napoleon Bonaparte, tracing the Corsican's career from his schooldays (where a snowball fight is staged like a military campaign) to his flight from Corsica, through the French Revolution (where a real storm is intercut with a political storm) and the Terror, culminating in his triumphant invasion of Italy in 1797.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.8 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
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Where to stream Napoleon

Streaming now in the United States on Darkroom.

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Trailers and promos

BFI Trailer
Napoleon (1927) Clip | Out in cinemas and on BFI Blu-ray November 2016 | BFI
Mark Kermode reviews Napoleon | BFI Player

Top cast and crew

Abel Gance Director
Albert Dieudonné Napoléon Bonaparte
Nicolas Roudenko Napoléon Bonaparte (Child)
Edmond van Daële Maximilien Robespierre
Alexandre Koubitzky Georges Jacques Danton
Antonin Artaud Jean-Paul Marat
Abel Gance Louis Antoine Léon de Saint-Just
GM Gina Manès Joséphine, Viscountess of Beauharnais
Nicolas Koline Tristan Fleury
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Frequently asked questions about Napoleon

Where can I watch Napoleon in the United States?

Napoleon is available to stream on Darkroom in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch Napoleon for free?

Napoleon streams free with ads in the United States on Darkroom. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Napoleon?

Napoleon scores 7.8 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Napoleon?

Napoleon stars Albert Dieudonné, Nicolas Roudenko, Edmond van Daële, Alexandre Koubitzky, and Antonin Artaud. Abel Gance is the director.

How long is Napoleon?

Napoleon runs 5h 30m (330 minutes).

When did Napoleon come out?

Napoleon was released on January 10, 1927.

Which studio made Napoleon?

Napoleon was produced by Société Westi, Ciné France, and Films Abel Gance in France.

How much did Napoleon make at the box office?

Napoleon grossed $39,448 worldwide.

What language is Napoleon in?

Napoleon is in French, and its original title is Napoléon.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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