Desire (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2000, Desire is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Colleen Murphy, running about 97 minutes. “Look Beneath the Surface” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An affair between a pianist and a teacher begins to disintegrate when girls from her school turn up missing.
Who’s in it. Desire stars Zachary Bennett as Francis Waterson, Katja Riemann as Halley Fischer, Elizabeth Shepherd as Mrs. Waterson and Alberta Watson as Simone, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Desire has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desire tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Desire (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Desire worth watching?
- Desire holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Desire?
- Desire stars Zachary Bennett, Katja Riemann, Elizabeth Shepherd, Alberta Watson and Graham Greene.
- When was Desire released?
- Desire was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.