Movie

Tess

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

★ 7.1(379)19792h 52m

Tess is streaming on Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel and Arthaus+ in Germany, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability checked 13 June 2026.

Where to watch Tess

🇩🇪 Germany

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Good to know

Director: Roman Polanski
Release date: 1979-10-06
Runtime: 2h 52m
Language: English
Box office: $20,101,247
Budget: $12,000,000
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Renn Productions

Tess — trailer

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 Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

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

Themes & keywords

rapebased on novel or bookpeasantmarriageloverevengemurdermansionfamilyfarmernobilitysocial climbingaristocraticstrongstonehenge

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Tess in Germany?+

In Germany, you can stream Tess on Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel and Arthaus+. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Tess on Netflix?+

Tess is not on Netflix in Germany right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel and Arthaus+.

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.