Tess
“She was born into a world where they called it seduction, not rape. What she did would shatter that world forever.”
Where to watch Tess in France
Tess is streaming on Molotov TV and INA madelen Amazon Channel in France, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD, Rakuten TV, LaCinetek, Sooner, Amazon Video, Pathé Home, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max and ARTE Boutique. Availability checked 13 June 2026.
About Tess
Tess is a 1979 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Roman Polanski, starring Nastassja Kinski, Peter Firth and Leigh Lawson. It has a runtime of 2 hours 52 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 379 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Tess in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Tess trailer
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.
Top 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
Patsy Smart
Housekeeper
Brigid Erin Bates
Girl in Meadow
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Tess in France?+
In France, you can stream Tess on Molotov TV and INA madelen Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD, Rakuten TV, LaCinetek, Sooner, Amazon Video, Pathé Home, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max and ARTE Boutique.
Is Tess on Netflix?+
Tess is not on Netflix in France right now, but you can stream it on Molotov TV and INA madelen Amazon Channel.
How long is Tess?+
Tess has a runtime of 2 hours 52 minutes (172 minutes).
Who stars in Tess?+
Tess stars Nastassja Kinski, Peter Firth, Leigh Lawson, John Collin and Rosemary Martin.
When did Tess come out?+
Tess is a 1979 movie directed by Roman Polanski.
What genre is Tess?+
Tess is Drama and Romance film.
Who directed Tess?+
Tess was directed by Roman Polanski.
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