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Thérèse (1986): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1986 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 1986, Thérèse is a drama film directed by Alain Cavalier, running about 94 minutes. “The true story of the "Little Flower" who became a saint.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The life of little St. Therese of Lisieux, depicted in minimalist vignettes. Therese and her sisters are all nuns in a Carmelite convent. Her devotion to Jesus and her concept of "the little way" to God are shown clearly, using plain modern language. A sense of angelic simplicity comes across without fancy lights, choirs, or showy miracles.

Who’s in it. Thérèse stars Hélène Alexandridis as Lucie, Aurore Prieto as Céline, Catherine Mouchet as Thérèse and Clémence Massart-Weit as Prioress, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Thérèse has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thérèse page.

If you liked it. Fans of Thérèse tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.

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Where can I watch Thérèse (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thérèse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Thérèse worth watching?
Thérèse holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Thérèse?
Thérèse stars Hélène Alexandridis, Aurore Prieto, Catherine Mouchet, Clémence Massart-Weit and Sylvie Habault.
When was Thérèse released?
Thérèse was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.