The Lady and the Duke (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.4

Released in 2001, The Lady and the Duke is a drama, war, romance and history film directed by Éric Rohmer, running about 129 minutes.
What it’s about. Grace Dalrymple Elliot is a British aristocrat trapped in Paris during the French Revolution. Determined to maintain her stiff upper lip and pampered life despite the upheaval, Grace continues her friendship with the Duke of Orléans while risking her life and liberty to protect a fugitive.
Who’s in it. The Lady and the Duke stars Lucy Russell as Grace Elliot, Jean-Claude Dreyfus as Le duc d'Orléans, Rosette as Fanchette and Marie Rivière as Madame Laurent, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Lady and the Duke 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 Lady and the Duke page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lady and the Duke tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lady and the Duke (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lady and the Duke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lady and the Duke worth watching?
- The Lady and the Duke holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lady and the Duke?
- The Lady and the Duke stars Lucy Russell, Jean-Claude Dreyfus, Rosette, Marie Rivière and Charlotte Véry.
- When was The Lady and the Duke released?
- The Lady and the Duke was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.
