The Conquest (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1973, The Conquest is a drama and romance film directed by Jacques Gagné, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Each married on their side, a teacher and a sociologist meet by chance in Quebec. Political and intellectual discussions followed a brief mad love.

Who’s in it. The Conquest stars Michelle Rossignol as Françoise, Gilles Renaud as Larent, Jocelyn Bérubé as Léandre and Jean Brousseau as Rosaire, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Conquest has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Conquest page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Conquest (1973)?
In US, The Conquest is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Conquest worth watching?
The Conquest holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Conquest?
The Conquest stars Michelle Rossignol, Gilles Renaud, Jocelyn Bérubé, Jean Brousseau and Raymond Bouchard.
When was The Conquest released?
The Conquest was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.