Oedipus Rex
Edipo re
In pre-war Italy, a young couple have a baby boy. The father, however, is jealous of his son - and the scene moves to antiquity, where the baby is taken into the desert to be killed. He is rescued, given the name Oedipus, and brought up by the King and Queen of Corinth as their son. One day an oracle informs Oedipus that he is destined to kill his father and marry his mother. Horrified, he flees Corinth and his supposed parents - only to get into a fight and kill an older man on the road…
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel.
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Where can I watch Oedipus Rex in the United States?
Oedipus Rex is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Oedipus Rex for free?
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What are the ratings for Oedipus Rex?
Oedipus Rex scores 6.8 on The Movie Database, 7.2 on IMDb, and 78% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in Oedipus Rex?
Oedipus Rex stars Franco Citti, Silvana Mangano, Alida Valli, Carmelo Bene, and Julian Beck. Pier Paolo Pasolini is the director.
How long is Oedipus Rex?
Oedipus Rex runs 1h 45m (105 minutes).
When did Oedipus Rex come out?
Oedipus Rex was released on September 7, 1967.
Which studio made Oedipus Rex?
Oedipus Rex was produced by Somafis and Arco Film in Italy.
What language is Oedipus Rex in?
Oedipus Rex is in Italian, and its original title is Edipo re.
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