Contempt
“More bold! More brazen! And much, much more Bardot!”
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 in United States
Can I watch Contempt in United States? Yes — you can stream Contempt in United States on BFI Player Amazon Channel, Kanopy, and Tubi TV.
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Where is Contempt streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | BFI Player Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Tubi TV | — |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | iciTouTV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Australia | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | JustWatch TV |
| Germany | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , SFR Play | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, FOD |
| South Korea | wavve, Watcha | wavve |
About Contempt
Contempt is a 1963 French-language drama and romance film directed by Jean-Luc Godard. The cast is led by Brigitte Bardot, Michel Piccoli, Jack Palance. It has a runtime of 1h 43m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 1000 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on BFI Player Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Tubi TV.
Contempt was produced by Rome-Paris Films, Les Films Concordia, and C. C. Champion and made in France and Italy. It was released on October 29, 1963, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $1 million, it went on to gross $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Jean-Luc Godard
- Writers
- Jean-Luc Godard
- Release date
- October 29, 1963
- Original language
- French
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, Italy
- Budget
- $1 million
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- Rome-Paris Films, Les Films Concordia, C. C. Champion
Contempt cast & crew
Contempt was directed by Jean-Luc Godard and written by Jean-Luc Godard.
The cast features 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, and Raoul Coutard as Cameraman.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Georges Delerue, cinematography is by Raoul Coutard, and it was produced by Joseph E. Levine and Carlo Ponti.
Is Contempt worth watching?
Contempt holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 985 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 43m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and romance, Contempt is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Contempt
In United States, you can stream Contempt on BFI Player Amazon Channel, Kanopy, and Tubi TV. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Contempt
Brigitte Bardot
Camille Javal
Michel Piccoli
Paul Javal
Jack Palance
Jeremy Prokosch
Giorgia Moll
Francesca Vanini
Fritz Lang
Fritz Lang
Raoul Coutard
Cameraman
Jean-Luc Godard
Lang's Assistant Director
Linda Veras
Sirene
Contempt — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Contempt in United States?
Contempt is streaming on BFI Player Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is Contempt on BFI Player Amazon Channel?
Yes — Contempt is currently available on BFI Player Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Contempt in?
Contempt is originally in French, with audio tracks including English, French, German, Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Contempt?
Contempt runs 1 hours 43 minutes (103 minutes).
▸What is Contempt rated?
Contempt is rated NR. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 985 ratings.
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