Tess (1979)
Overview
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.
Where to watch Tess
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Germany | Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| France | INA madelen | Apple TV, Orange VOD, Rakuten TV, Canal VOD +7 | Apple TV, Orange VOD, Rakuten TV, Canal VOD +7 |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Acontra Plus | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Acontra Plus | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Mexico | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| South Korea | wavve, Watcha, TVING | — | — |
| Sweden | Cineasterna | Apple TV, Viaplay, Blockbuster, SF Anytime +1 | Apple TV, Viaplay, Blockbuster, SF Anytime +1 |
| Poland | HBO Max, Polsat Box Go | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Tess in 32 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Tess about?
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. Tess is a Drama, Romance movie, released on 1979-10-06, runtime 172 minutes.
Is Tess worth watching?
TMDB users rate Tess 7.1 out of 10 from 396 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Tess?
In the United States, Tess streams on Criterion Channel and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Roman Polanski
Cast
- Nastassja Kinski as Tess Durbeyfield
- Peter Firth as Angel Clare
- Leigh Lawson as Alec d'Urberville
- John Collin as John Durbeyfield
- Rosemary Martin as Mrs. Durbeyfield
- Carolyn Pickles as Marian
- Richard Pearson as Vicar of Marlott
- David Markham as Reverend Mr. Clare
- Pascale de Boysson as Mrs. Clare
- Suzanna Hamilton as Izz Huett
- Caroline Embling as Retty
- Tony Church as Parson Tringham
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Sources
Details and the 7.1/10 rating from Tess on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.