The Tempter (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1974, The Tempter is a drama film directed by Damiano Damiani, running about 102 minutes. “Perhaps the greatest sin of all is making love a sin.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young writer is invited to stay in a religious hostel run by a sinister, manipulative nun who plays deadly psychological games with the inhabitants.
Who’s in it. The Tempter stars Glenda Jackson as Sister Geraldine, Claudio Cassinelli as Rodolfo Solina, Lisa Harrow as Emilia Contreras and Adolfo Celi as Father Borelli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Tempter 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 Tempter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tempter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tempter (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tempter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tempter worth watching?
- The Tempter holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tempter?
- The Tempter stars Glenda Jackson, Claudio Cassinelli, Lisa Harrow, Adolfo Celi and Francisco Rabal.
- When was The Tempter released?
- The Tempter was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.