Van Gogh: Painted with Words
- Drama
- Documentary
A drama-documentary presented by Alan Yentob, with Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role. Every word spoken by the actors in this film is sourced from the letters that Van Gogh sent to his younger brother Theo, and of those around him. What emerges is a complex portrait of a sophisticated, civilised and yet tormented man.
Van Gogh: Painted with Words is a 2010 drama-documentary that brings Vincent van Gogh to life through his own words. Presented by Alan Yentob and starring Benedict Cumberbatch as Van Gogh, the film uses dialogue drawn entirely from the artist's letters to his brother Theo and contemporaries, creating an intimate portrait of the man behind the paintings.
When does Van Gogh: Painted with Words come out?
Where to watch
Streaming availability in United States
United StatesNot available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.
Availability varies by country. A VPN can let you watch content licensed in another region, though most streaming services prohibit it in their terms of service. Use at your own discretion. Contains affiliate links.
In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
No date confirmed for United States yet · Earliest worldwide: Wide release in United Kingdom
United KingdomTheatrical dates from TMDB. Cinema chain links go to the official websites for showtimes and bookings — check there for the actual showtimes near you.
Where to watch Van Gogh: Painted with Words by country
Greece
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Canada
Australia
BrazilTop cast
Follow an actor to track their next projects
Benedict CumberbatchVincent Van Gogh
Jamie ParkerTheo Van Gogh
Aidan McArdlePaul Gauguin
Christopher GoodTheodorus Van Gogh
Rowena CooperAnna Van Gogh
Daniel WeymanAnthon Van Rappard
Ferdinand KingsleyAlbert Aurier- David BaronBernard Soule
Stephanie JacobMarguerite Crevlin- Katherine KanterJeanne Coulomb
Richard TrinderDr. Peyron
Jim CreightonFelix Ray
Alan YentobSelf - Narrator
Vincent van GoghSelf (archive footage)
Related & spin-offs
Other titles fans of Van Gogh: Painted with Words tend to follow.
Van Gogh: Painted with Words — frequently asked
When did Van Gogh: Painted with Words release?
The film was released on April 5, 2010.
Who stars in the film?
Benedict Cumberbatch plays Vincent van Gogh, with the film presented by Alan Yentob.
What makes this film unique?
Every word of dialogue is sourced directly from van Gogh's letters to his brother Theo and other contemporaries, offering an authentic perspective on his life and inner world.
Where can I watch it?
The film is available through various streaming and VOD platforms, though availability varies by region.
Comments(0)
No comments yet. Be the first.