The Red and the Black (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1997, The Red and the Black is a drama and tv movie film directed by Jean-Daniel Verhaeghe, running about 200 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1827, Berthet, the son of a craftsman and a young seminarian, was tried and sentenced to death for murdering his former mistress, the wife of a notable who had hired him as tutor to his children.
Who’s in it. The Red and the Black stars Carole Bouquet as Louise de Rénal, Kim Rossi Stuart as Julien Sorel, Judith Godrèche as Mathilde de la Môle and Claude Rich as Marquis de la Môle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Red and the Black 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 The Red and the Black page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red and the Black tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red and the Black (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red and the Black change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red and the Black worth watching?
- The Red and the Black holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Red and the Black?
- The Red and the Black stars Carole Bouquet, Kim Rossi Stuart, Judith Godrèche, Claude Rich and Bernard Verley.
- When was The Red and the Black released?
- The Red and the Black was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 200 minutes.