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The Terrible Lovers (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1985, The Terrible Lovers is a notable film directed by Danièle Dubroux, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. This standard romantic drama focuses on three different couples who happen to come together in a small hotel in Rome and play out their differences in that setting. The couples are made up of a Parisian woman and her Slavic boyfriend out to spend some quality time together; a Frenchman (Jean-Noel Picq) searching for his sexually awakened teenage mistress; and a woman out to reunite with her Italian lover (Michele Placido). These people manifest different approaches to a romantic partnership that are tested in their brief encounters in Rome.

Who’s in it. The Terrible Lovers stars Stanko Molnar as Hans, Jean-Noël Picq as Adrien, Manuela Gourary and Danièle Dubroux, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Terrible Lovers 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 Terrible Lovers page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Terrible Lovers (1985)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Terrible Lovers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Terrible Lovers worth watching?
The Terrible Lovers holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Terrible Lovers?
The Terrible Lovers stars Stanko Molnar, Jean-Noël Picq, Manuela Gourary, Danièle Dubroux and Anna Condo.
When was The Terrible Lovers released?
The Terrible Lovers was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.