Sister My Sister (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1994, Sister My Sister is a thriller and drama film directed by Nancy Meckler, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. The film is based on a true incident in Le Mans, France in 1933 called the Papin murder case, where two sisters brutally murdered their employer and her daughter. The murder shocked the country, and there was much speculation about the sisters, including allegations that they were having an incestous lesbian affair with each other.

Who’s in it. Sister My Sister stars Joely Richardson as Christine, Jodhi May as Lea, Julie Walters as Madame Danzard and Sophie Thursfield as Isabelle Danzard, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Sister My Sister has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sister My Sister page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sister My Sister tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sister My Sister (1994)?
In US, Sister My Sister is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sister My Sister worth watching?
Sister My Sister holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sister My Sister?
Sister My Sister stars Joely Richardson, Jodhi May, Julie Walters, Sophie Thursfield and Amelda Brown.
When was Sister My Sister released?
Sister My Sister was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.