Caligula
“Absolute power corrupts”
After the death of the paranoid emperor Tiberius, Caligula, his heir, seizes power and plunges the empire into a bloody spiral of madness and depravity.
Where to watch Caligula in United States
Apple TV StoreClick a service to open Caligula there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Caligula streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Apple TV Store |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Sky Store |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Sooner, VIVA by videofutur |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store |
About Caligula
Caligula is a 1979 Italian-language drama and history film directed by Tinto Brass. The cast is led by Malcolm McDowell, Teresa Ann Savoy, Helen Mirren. It has a runtime of 2h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 1000 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Caligula was produced by Penthouse Films International and Felix Cinematografica and made in Italy and United States of America. It was released on August 14, 1979, and carries a NC-17 certification. Made on a budget of about $18 million, it went on to gross $23 million worldwide.
- Director
- Tinto Brass
- Writers
- Masolino D'Amico
- Release date
- August 14, 1979
- Original language
- Italian
- Age rating
- NC-17
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Italy, United States of America
- Budget
- $18 million
- Box office
- $23 million
- Production
- Penthouse Films International, Felix Cinematografica
Caligula cast & crew
Caligula was directed by Tinto Brass and written by Masolino D'Amico.
The cast features Malcolm McDowell as Caligula, Teresa Ann Savoy as Drusilla, Helen Mirren as Caesonia, Peter O'Toole as Tiberius, John Steiner as Longinus, and Guido Mannari as Macro.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Renzo Rossellini, cinematography is by Silvano Ippoliti, and it was produced by Bob Guccione and Franco Rossellini.
Is Caligula worth watching?
Caligula holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 986 ratings, a more divisive drama films.
At 2h 36m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy drama and history, Caligula is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Caligula
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Cast of Caligula
Malcolm McDowell
Caligula
Teresa Ann Savoy
Drusilla
Helen Mirren
Caesonia
Peter O'Toole
Tiberius
John Steiner
Longinus
Guido Mannari
Macro
Paolo Bonacelli
Chaerea
Leopoldo Trieste
Charicles
Giancarlo Badessi
Claudius
Mirella D'Angelo
Livia
Anneka Di Lorenzo
Messalina
Lori Wagner
Agrippina
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Caligula — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Caligula in United States?
Caligula is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.
▸What language is Caligula in?
Caligula is originally in Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Caligula?
Caligula runs 2 hours 36 minutes (156 minutes).
▸What is Caligula rated?
Caligula is rated NC-17. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 986 ratings.
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