The Decameron
“Ribaldry! Rakes and libertines. Raised skirts and lowered lashes. A blush on every cheek. Pasolini. Filming The Decameron. Bringing life to art...and art to life.”
A young Sicilian is swindled twice, but ends up rich; a man poses as a deaf-mute in a convent of curious nuns; a woman must hide her lover when her husband comes home early; a scoundrel fools a priest on his deathbed; three brothers take revenge on their sister's lover; a young girl sleeps on the roof to meet her boyfriend at night; a group of painters wait for inspiration; a crafty priest attempts to seduce his friend's wife; and two friends make a pact to find out what happens after death.
Where to watch The Decameron in United States
Kanopy
Tubi TVClick a service to open The Decameron there. Availability last verified on July 12, 2026.
Where is The Decameron streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy, Tubi TV | — |
| United Kingdom | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | — |
| Canada | MGM Amazon Channel, Tubi TV | — |
| Australia | MGM Amazon Channel | — |
| Germany | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | — |
| France | MGM Amazon Channel | — |
| Spain | Filmin, MGM Plus Amazon Channel | — |
About The Decameron
The Decameron is a 1971 Italian-language history, drama and comedy film directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini. The cast is led by Franco Citti, Ninetto Davoli, Jovan Jovanović. It has a runtime of 1h 51m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy, Tubi TV.
The Decameron was produced by Artemis Film, Les Productions Artistes Associés, and PEA and made in France and Germany. It was released on August 25, 1971, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Pier Paolo Pasolini
- Writers
- Pier Paolo Pasolini
- Release date
- August 25, 1971
- Original language
- Italian
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, Germany
- Production
- Artemis Film, Les Productions Artistes Associés, PEA
The Decameron cast & crew
The Decameron was directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini and written by Pier Paolo Pasolini.
The cast features Franco Citti as Ciappelletto, Ninetto Davoli as Andreuccio of Perugia, Jovan Jovanović as Rustico (scenes deleted), Angela Luce as Peronella, Vincenzo Amato as Masetto of Lamporecchio, and Giuseppe Zigaina as Monk.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Ennio Morricone, cinematography is by Tonino Delli Colli, and it was produced by Alberto Grimaldi and Franco Rossellini.
Is The Decameron worth watching?
The Decameron holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 358 ratings, a solidly received history films.
At 1h 51m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy history, drama, and comedy, The Decameron is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Decameron
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Cast of The Decameron
Franco Citti
Ciappelletto
Ninetto Davoli
Andreuccio of Perugia
Jovan Jovanović
Rustico (scenes deleted)
Angela Luce
Peronella
Vincenzo Amato
Masetto of Lamporecchio
Giuseppe Zigaina
Monk
Maria Gabriella Maione
Una Madonna
Vincenzo Cristo
Pier Paolo Pasolini
Allievo di Giotto
Giorgio Iovine
Lizio da Valbona
Salvatore Bilardo
Vincenzo Ferrigno
Giannello
The Decameron — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Decameron in United States?
The Decameron is streaming on Kanopy, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is The Decameron on Kanopy?
Yes — The Decameron is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is The Decameron in?
The Decameron is originally in Italian, with audio tracks including German, Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Decameron?
The Decameron runs 1 hours 51 minutes (111 minutes).
▸What is The Decameron rated?
The Decameron is rated R. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 358 ratings.
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