Contempt (1963)
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Overview
Art film producer Jeremy Prokosch, unhappy with the work of his director, hires Fritz Lang (as himself) to direct an adaptation of The Odyssey, but when it seems that the legendary filmmaker is making a picture destined to bomb, he brings in a screenwriter to energise the script. The professional intersects with the personal when a rift develops between the writer and his wife.
Where to watch Contempt
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Lionsgate+, BFI Player | — | — |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky, BFI Player +1 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky, YouTube |
| Canada | iciTouTV | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Australia | MUBI | JustWatch TV | — |
| Ireland | IFI@Home | Apple TV, Sky, IFI@Home, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | MUBI | JustWatch TV | — |
| Germany | MUBI, Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, MagentaTV +3 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, MagentaTV +2 |
| France | Molotov TV, SFR Play | Apple TV, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV +8 | Apple TV, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV +8 |
| Spain | Filmin | — | — |
| Italy | MUBI, CG TV STREAMING | Apple TV, Amazon Video, CHILI, CG TV STREAMING | Apple TV, Amazon Video, CHILI |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Contempt in 19 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Contempt about?
Art film producer Jeremy Prokosch, unhappy with the work of his director, hires Fritz Lang (as himself) to direct an adaptation of The Odyssey, but when it seems that the legendary filmmaker is making a picture destined to bomb, he brings in a screenwriter to energise the script. The professional intersects with the personal when a rift develops between the writer and his wife. Contempt is a Drama, Romance movie, released on 1963-10-29, runtime 103 minutes.
Is Contempt worth watching?
TMDB users rate Contempt 7.0 out of 10 from 1,012 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Contempt?
In the United States, Contempt streams on Lionsgate+ and BFI Player. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Jean-Luc Godard
Cast
- Brigitte Bardot as Camille Javal
- Michel Piccoli as Paul Javal
- Jack Palance as Jeremy Prokosch
- Giorgia Moll as Francesca Vanini
- Fritz Lang as Fritz Lang
- Raoul Coutard as Cameraman
- Jean-Luc Godard as Lang's Assistant Director
- Linda Veras as Sirene
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Sources
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