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The Lady from Constantinople (1969): cast, story & where to watch

1969 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1969, The Lady from Constantinople is a drama film directed by Judit Elek, running about 79 minutes.

What it’s about. Persuaded by the janitor's wife, a lively, but lonesome old woman, who is only attached to the world through her cherished objects and memories, decides to exchange her two-room apartment for a smaller one. For a little while her everyday life is changed. She meets and entertains new people every day.

Who’s in it. The Lady from Constantinople stars Manyi Kiss as Öregasszony, Éva Almási as Fiatal lány a házból (as Almássy Éva), László Bathó and József Bánfalvi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Lady from Constantinople 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 from Constantinople page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Lady from Constantinople tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Lady from Constantinople (1969)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lady from Constantinople change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Lady from Constantinople worth watching?
The Lady from Constantinople holds an audience score of 5.5 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 Lady from Constantinople?
The Lady from Constantinople stars Manyi Kiss, Éva Almási, László Bathó, József Bánfalvi and Itala Békés.
When was The Lady from Constantinople released?
The Lady from Constantinople was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.