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Tess

Tess

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

A strong-willed peasant girl is sent by her father to the estate of some local aristocrats to capitalize on a rumor that their families are from the same line, but is left traumatised from her experiences.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Tess
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1979-10-06
  • Runtime: 172 minutes
  • Rating: 7.081/10 (354 votes)
  • Budget: $12,000,000
  • Revenue: $20,101,247
  • Production Companies: Renn Productions, Timothy Burrill Productions, SFP
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.4961
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Nastassja Kinski

Nastassja Kinski

as Tess Durbeyfield

Peter Firth

Peter Firth

as Angel Clare

Leigh Lawson

Leigh Lawson

as Alec d'Urberville

John Collin

John Collin

as John Durbeyfield

Rosemary Martin

Rosemary Martin

as Mrs. Durbeyfield

Carolyn Pickles

Carolyn Pickles

as Marian

Richard Pearson

Richard Pearson

as Vicar of Marlott

David Markham

David Markham

as Reverend Mr. Clare

Pascale de Boysson

Pascale de Boysson

as Mrs. Clare

Suzanna Hamilton

Suzanna Hamilton

as Izz Huett

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Trailers & Clips

Tess (1979) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD]

External Links

Keywords

rapebased on novel or bookpeasantmarriageloverevengemurdermansionfamilyfarmernobilitysocial climbingaristocraticstrongstonehenge19th century

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tess?

Tess is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1979-10-06.

Who are the main actors in Tess?

The main cast includes Nastassja Kinski, Peter Firth, Leigh Lawson, John Collin, Rosemary Martin, .

Where can I watch Tess online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Tess is available.

Is Tess based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Tess?

Tess has an IMDb rating of 7.081/10 based on 354 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Tess?

The movie had a production budget of $12,000,000 and earned $20,101,247 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Tess?

The soundtrack was composed by Renn Productions, Timothy Burrill Productions, SFP. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Tess filmed?

Tess was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Tess?

The total runtime of Tess is 172 minutes.

Is Tess suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Tess?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Tess.

Does Tess have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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