Alexander the Great movie poster

Alexander the Great

1956 · 2h 16m · Released

PG Adventure, History, Drama, War

An engrossing spectacle set in the 4th-century BC, in which Alexander of Greece leads his troops forth, conquering all of the known world, in the belief that the Greek way of thinking will bring enlightenment to people. The son of the barbaric and ruthless King Philip of Macedonia, Alexander achieved glory in his short but remarkable life.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.1 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Alexander the Great

Streaming now in the United States on ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Fandango at Home Free, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

Official Trailer
Battle of the Granicus
King Philip’s Assassination
Alexander’s Training

Top cast and crew

Robert Rossen Director
Richard Burton Alexander
Fredric March Philip of Macedonia
Claire Bloom Barsine
Danielle Darrieux Olympias
Barry Jones Aristotle
Harry Andrews Darius
Stanley Baker Attalus
Niall MacGinnis Parmenio
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Frequently asked questions about Alexander the Great

Where can I watch Alexander the Great in the United States?

Alexander the Great is available to stream on ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Fandango at Home Free, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch Alexander the Great for free?

Alexander the Great streams free with ads in the United States on Fandango at Home Free, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Alexander the Great?

Alexander the Great scores 6.1 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Alexander the Great?

Alexander the Great stars Richard Burton, Fredric March, Claire Bloom, Danielle Darrieux, and Barry Jones. Robert Rossen is the director.

How long is Alexander the Great?

Alexander the Great runs 2h 16m (136 minutes).

When did Alexander the Great come out?

Alexander the Great was released on March 28, 1956.

Which studio made Alexander the Great?

Alexander the Great was produced by Rossen Films, C. B. Films, and United Artists in Spain and the United States.

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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