Where can I watch Madame X - An Absolute Ruler (1977)?

In US, Madame X - An Absolute Ruler is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Madame X - An Absolute Ruler worth watching?

Madame X - An Absolute Ruler holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Madame X - An Absolute Ruler?

Madame X - An Absolute Ruler stars Tabea Blumenschein, Roswitha Janz, Monika von Cube, Irena von Lichtenstei and Yvonne Rainer.

When was Madame X - An Absolute Ruler released?

Madame X - An Absolute Ruler was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 141 minutes.

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Madame X - An Absolute Ruler (1977): cast, story & where to watch

1977 · Film · ★ 4

Released in 1977, Madame X - An Absolute Ruler is a fantasy film directed by Ulrike Ottinger, running about 141 minutes.

What it’s about. The notorious pirate ruler Madame X places a print ad, calling on women to escape their boring lives and promising "gold, love and adventure" to all who come aboard her ship, the Orlando. A motley crew including a housewife, diva and artist (played by Yvonne Rainer) embark on a quest for self-transformation, which quickly heads towards destruction as they are subjected to Madame X's sadistic, erotic escapades.

Who’s in it. Madame X - An Absolute Ruler stars Tabea Blumenschein as Madame X, Roswitha Janz as Noa-Noa, Monika von Cube as Karla Freud-Goldmund and Irena von Lichtenstei as Blow-up, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Madame X - An Absolute Ruler has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Madame X - An Absolute Ruler page.

If you liked it. Fans of Madame X - An Absolute Ruler tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

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Where can I watch Madame X - An Absolute Ruler (1977)?: In US, Madame X - An Absolute Ruler is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Madame X - An Absolute Ruler worth watching?: Madame X - An Absolute Ruler holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Madame X - An Absolute Ruler?: Madame X - An Absolute Ruler stars Tabea Blumenschein, Roswitha Janz, Monika von Cube, Irena von Lichtenstei and Yvonne Rainer.
When was Madame X - An Absolute Ruler released?: Madame X - An Absolute Ruler was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 141 minutes.