Tess(1979)

She was born into a world where they called it seduction, not rape. What she did would shatter that world forever.

7.1(395)2h 52mOctober 6, 1979

Synopsis

A strong-willed peasant girl is sent by her father to the estate of some local aristocrats to capitalize on a rumour that their families are from the same line. This fateful visit commences an epic narrative of sex, class, betrayal, and revenge.

Directed by Roman Polanski

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Cast

Nastassja Kinski

Tess Durbeyfield

Peter Firth

Angel Clare

Leigh Lawson

Alec d'Urberville

John Collin

John Durbeyfield

Rosemary Martin

Mrs. Durbeyfield

Carolyn Pickles

Marian

Richard Pearson

Vicar of Marlott

David Markham

Reverend Mr. Clare

Pascale de Boysson

Mrs. Clare

Suzanna Hamilton

Izz Huett

Caroline Embling

Retty

Tony Church

Parson Tringham

Lesley Dunlop

Girl in Henhouse

Sylvia Coleridge

Mrs. d'Urberville

Fred Bryant

Dairyman Crick

Dicken Ashworth

Farmer Groby

Patsy Rowlands

Landlady

John Barrett

Old Dairy Hand

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Tess — frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Tess?+

Tess is available to stream on Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.

When did Tess come out?+

Tess was released in 1979.

How long is Tess?+

Tess runs for 172 minutes (2 hours and 52 minutes).

Who directed Tess?+

Tess was directed by Roman Polanski.

Who stars in Tess?+

Tess stars Nastassja Kinski, Peter Firth, Leigh Lawson, John Collin and Rosemary Martin.

Is Tess worth watching?+

Tess holds a 7.1/10 rating from 395 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and romance.

Tess(1979)

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