The Leper (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1976, The Leper is a drama and romance film directed by Jerzy Hoffman, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. A simple governess and a wealthy aristocrat fall madly in love with each other. However, his family are prejudiced towards her and have other plans for him.
Who’s in it. The Leper stars Elżbieta Starostecka as Stefania Rudecka, Leszek Teleszyński as Waldemar Michorowski, Jadwiga Barańska as Idalia Elzonowska, ciotka Waldemara and Czesław Wołłejko as Maciej Michorowski, dziad Waldemara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Leper 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 Leper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Leper tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Leper (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Leper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Leper worth watching?
- The Leper holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Leper?
- The Leper stars Elżbieta Starostecka, Leszek Teleszyński, Jadwiga Barańska, Czesław Wołłejko and Anna Dymna.
- When was The Leper released?
- The Leper was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.