Sappho (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film
Released in 1971, Sappho is a drama film directed by Georges Farrel, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Françoise Legrand, better known as "Sappho", attractive young woman of the Parisian bourgeoisie, flits from man to man with the consent of Maurice Duran-Vior, his rich protector, a renowned financier. At a social gathering, she meets Lionel de Lancey, younger than she, a cool diplomat, and, as usual, she spends the night with him.
Who’s in it. Sappho stars Marina Vlady as Françoise Legrand, Renaud Verley as Lionel de Lancey, Dawn Addams as Marianne and José Luis de Vilallonga as Maurice, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sappho page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sappho tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sappho (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sappho change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Sappho?
- Sappho stars Marina Vlady, Renaud Verley, Dawn Addams, José Luis de Vilallonga and Jacques Monod.
- When was Sappho released?
- Sappho was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.