The Inheritance (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1980, The Inheritance is a drama film directed by Márta Mészáros, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. During the rising of nazism, Sylvia, a rich but sterile woman, needs an heir to inherit her father's money. So she bribes Irene, a Jewish girl, to have a child by her husband.
Who’s in it. The Inheritance stars Isabelle Huppert as Irén, Lili Monori as Szílvia, Jan Nowicki as Ákos and Zita Perczel as Teréz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Inheritance 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 Inheritance page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Inheritance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Inheritance (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Inheritance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Inheritance worth watching?
- The Inheritance holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Inheritance?
- The Inheritance stars Isabelle Huppert, Lili Monori, Jan Nowicki, Zita Perczel and Sándor Szabó.
- When was The Inheritance released?
- The Inheritance was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.