

Quintet
1979, English. Directed by Robert Altman.
One man against the world.
During a future ice age, dying humanity occupies its remaining time by playing a board game called Quintet. For one small group, this obsession is not enough. They play the game with living pieces, and only the winner survives.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch Quintet
Quintet is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV in India.
Availability in India as of 3 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Robert AltmanDirector
- Paul NewmanEssex
- Vittorio GassmanSaint Christopher
- Fernando ReyGrigor
- Bibi AnderssonAmbrosia
- Brigitte FosseyVivia, Essex's Wife
- Nina van PallandtDeuca
- Craig Richard NelsonRedstone
- David LangtonGoldstar
- Thomas HillFrancha
- Monique MercureRedstone's Mate
- Maruska StankovaJaspera
- Anne GeretyAeon
Details
- Released
- 9 February 1979
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Altman, Patricia Resnick, Frank Barhydt
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Quintet: quick answers
Is Quintet worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.9/10 from 85 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Quintet?
Quintet runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Quintet have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Quintet. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Quintet parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Quintet is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Quintet on?
Quintet is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV in India. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like Quintet?
If you liked Quintet, try Planet Earth, Solarbabies, World Gone Wild.
Who directed Quintet?
Quintet (1979) was directed by Robert Altman and stars Paul Newman, Vittorio Gassman, Fernando Rey.