Thérèse Raquin (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1953, Thérèse Raquin is a thriller, drama, crime and romance film directed by Marcel Carné, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Star-crossed lovers Thérèse (Simone Signoret) and Laurent (Raf Vallone) think they've gotten away with murder after Thérèse's weakling husband "falls" from a speeding train. But when forced to contend with a blackmailer's demands and the mute accusations of Thérèse's mother-in-law (French stage and screen diva Sylvie, in a scene stealing performance), it's only a matter of time before the law, their passion or blind chance trips them up.
Who’s in it. Thérèse Raquin stars Simone Signoret as Thérèse Raquin, Raf Vallone as Laurent, Jacques Duby as Camille Raquin and Maria Pia Casilio as Georgette, la bonne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Thérèse Raquin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thérèse Raquin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thérèse Raquin tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thérèse Raquin (1953)?
- In CA, Thérèse Raquin is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Thérèse Raquin worth watching?
- Thérèse Raquin holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thérèse Raquin?
- Thérèse Raquin stars Simone Signoret, Raf Vallone, Jacques Duby, Maria Pia Casilio and Sylvie.
- When was Thérèse Raquin released?
- Thérèse Raquin was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.