

Elegy
2008, English. Directed by Isabel Coixet.
Cultural critic David Kepesh finds his life -- which he indicates is a state of "emancipated manhood" -- thrown into tragic disarray by Consuela Castillo, a well-mannered student who awakens a sense of sexual possessiveness in her teacher.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 318 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Elegy
Elegy is streaming on Sundance Now and Shout! Factory in India.
Availability in India as of 6 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Isabel CoixetDirector
- Penélope CruzConsuela Castillo
- Ben KingsleyDavid Kepesh
- Patricia ClarksonCarolyn
- Peter SarsgaardKenneth Kepesh
- Dennis HopperGeorge O'Hearn
- Sonja BennettBeth
- Chelah HorsdalSusan Reese
- Shaker PalejaKris Banjee
- Charlie RoseCharlie Rose
- Kris PopeConsuela's Brother
- Debbie HarryAmy O'Hearn
- Antonio CupoYounger Man
Details
- Released
- 8 August 2008
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nicholas Meyer
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $15M
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What Elegy is based on
Elegy is based on The Dying Animal (2001) by Philip Roth, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
2001
The Dying Animal
By Philip Roth
Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
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Elegy: quick answers
Is Elegy worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 318 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Elegy?
Elegy runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does Elegy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Elegy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Elegy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Elegy is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Elegy on?
Elegy is streaming on Sundance Now and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Elegy?
If you liked Elegy, try A Perfect Ending, Last Night, Five Dances.
Who directed Elegy?
Elegy (2008) was directed by Isabel Coixet and stars Penélope Cruz, Ben Kingsley, Patricia Clarkson.
What is Elegy based on?
Elegy is based on The Dying Animal (2001) by Philip Roth, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.