Temptation (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1959, Temptation is a drama film directed by Edmond T. Gréville, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. When a ship bringing a contingent of international wounded from Korea is torpedoed, three women (two nurses and a secretary) and a male journalist survive and reach a lonely island in a boat. Soon desire erupts among them, but jealousy, lust and madness lead the events to tragedy.
Who’s in it. Temptation stars Magali Noël as Jane, Dawn Addams as Victoria, Rossana Podestà as Caterina and Christian Marquand as Patrick.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Temptation has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Temptation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Temptation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Temptation (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Temptation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Temptation worth watching?
- Temptation holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Temptation?
- Temptation stars Magali Noël, Dawn Addams, Rossana Podestà and Christian Marquand.
- When was Temptation released?
- Temptation was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.