Lucrèce Borgia (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1953, Lucrèce Borgia is a drama film directed by Christian-Jaque, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. In the early 16th century, Italy is ruled by the powerful Borgia family, led by César Borgia and his sister Lucrèce. In a ruthless power play, César plots to have his sister’s husband murdered. But without her brother’s knowledge, Lucrèce has taken a strong lover who will challenge the Borgias.
Who’s in it. Lucrèce Borgia stars Martine Carol as Lucrèce Borgia, Pedro Armendáriz as César Borgia, Valentine Tessier as Julie Farnese and Arnoldo Foà as Michelotto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Lucrèce Borgia has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lucrèce Borgia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lucrèce Borgia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lucrèce Borgia (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lucrèce Borgia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lucrèce Borgia worth watching?
- Lucrèce Borgia holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lucrèce Borgia?
- Lucrèce Borgia stars Martine Carol, Pedro Armendáriz, Valentine Tessier, Arnoldo Foà and Piéral.
- When was Lucrèce Borgia released?
- Lucrèce Borgia was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.