The Bacchae movie poster

The Bacchae

April 9, 1993 2h 20m 5.7/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1993. The Bacchae is a tv movie/drama film. directed by Ingmar Bergman. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Sylvia Lindenstrand, Laila Andersson-Palme, and Sten Wahlund

Synopsis

The young wine god Dionysus returns to his native town of Thebes after having established his cult in the east. In his entourage, he has a run of Bacchantes. Semele, his mother, was distrusted by her family when she claimed that Zeus was the father of her child. Dionysus has come to restore her, revealing his divinity, and require proper worship of the Theban legion.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 9, 1993 32 years ago
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Runtime 2h 20m 140 minutes total
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User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (3 votes)
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Language SV Original language
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Country Sweden Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
SV

Production Companies

  • SVT

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bacchae about?

The young wine god Dionysus returns to his native town of Thebes after having established his cult in the east. In his entourage, he has a run of Bacchantes. Semele, his mother, was distrusted by h...

Who directed The Bacchae?

The Bacchae was directed by Ingmar Bergman.

How long is The Bacchae?

The Bacchae has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).

When was The Bacchae released?

The Bacchae was released on April 9, 1993 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Bacchae?

The main cast of The Bacchae includes Sylvia Lindenstrand, Laila Andersson-Palme, Sten Wahlund, Peter Mattei, Anita Soldh.