The Flesh is Weak (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1957, The Flesh is Weak is a drama and crime film directed by Don Chaffey, running about 88 minutes. “The Newest Headlines On The Oldest Profession!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Giani is a pimp who preys on the naïve, ‘just off the bus’ young women who come to post-war London for fortune.
Who’s in it. The Flesh is Weak stars John Derek as Tony Giani, Milly Vitale as Marissa Jane Cooper, William Franklyn as Lloyd Buxton and Martin Benson as Angelo Giani, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Flesh is Weak has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Flesh is Weak page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Flesh is Weak tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flesh is Weak (1957)?
- In US, The Flesh is Weak is available to stream on Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Flesh is Weak worth watching?
- The Flesh is Weak holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Flesh is Weak?
- The Flesh is Weak stars John Derek, Milly Vitale, William Franklyn, Martin Benson and Vera Day.
- When was The Flesh is Weak released?
- The Flesh is Weak was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.